The relationship between mental fatigue awareness and effective decision-making levels of athletes: the role of mediating and moderating variables

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• Mental fatigue awareness significantly affects decision-making performance in athletes, impacting their overall effectiveness.
• Key evidence shows that cognitive load mediates the relationship between mental fatigue and decision-making efficacy, with diverse impacts across sports.
• The analysis includes factors such as stress levels and training intensity to assess the moderating effects on cognitive performance in athletes.
• Findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to improve mental fatigue management, potentially enhancing athletic performance.