brain fag

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

(mild forgetfulness): Possibly originates from West Africa.[1]

Noun

brain fag (uncountable)

  1. A condition in which male high school and college students experience mild forgetfulness, and difficulty in concentrating and maintaining a train of thought, arising from overthinking.
    Synonym: brain tiredness
  2. Cerebropathy.

Usage notes

  • Not to be confused with brain fog.
  • This term may be mistaken for a homophobic slur by those unaware of the medical condition, especially those from North America.

See also

References

  1. ^ Hall, Timothy M. (1998). Glossary of Culture-Bound Syndromes. Retrieved 2005-03-18.
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