Mental or Behavioral Dysfunction
apathy Audio
ap·a·thy [ ap-uh-thee ]
Subclass of:
Emotions
Definitions related to apathy:
  • An emotional state of indifference characterized by a lack of interest or concern.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • Dulled emotional tone associated with detachment or indifference: observed in certain types of schizophrenia and depression.
    Sadock's Comprehensive Glossary of Psychiatry and Psychology
    BJ Sadock Titles Press, 2012
  • Lack of emotion or emotional expression; a disorder of motivation that persists over time.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
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