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Avolition - Definition

In psychology, avolition is a general lack of desire, motivation, and persistence. Commonly seen in patients with schizophrenia, those suffering from avolition will not start or complete any major tasks. This differs from anhedonia, where patients generally find task completion pleasureless.


Example Usage of Avolition

dncnginthedark: wow. I'm the poster child for Avolition.
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