anhedonia
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Noun — The inability to feel pleasure in things that would normally be enjoyable — a common symptom of depression and some other conditions.
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Etymology
From Greek "an-" (without) plus "hēdonē" (pleasure) — the same root as hedonism.
Full origin of anhedonia →Frequently asked questions
What is anhedonia?
Losing the ability to take pleasure in things you normally enjoy — food, music, company, hobbies. It is a recognised symptom of depression rather than a diagnosis in itself.
Is anhedonia the same as sadness?
No. Sadness is a feeling that is present. Anhedonia is the absence of a feeling — an inability to feel pleasure at all, which people often describe as flatness or numbness rather than unhappiness.
