Apathy

Persistent diminution of motivation, initiative, and emotional responsiveness, characterized by reduced goal-directed behavior and diminished interest or concern, in the absence of decreased level of consciousness, primary cognitive impairment, or major affective disturbance.

• Neurological causes

  • Alzheimer's disease

  • Parkinson's disease

  • Stroke or brain injury

  • Huntington's disease

• Mental health causes

  • Depression

  • Schizophrenia

  • PTSD or trauma

• Lifestyle causes

  • Burnout

  • Insomnia