Apathy and Anhedonia in Parkinson's Disease. (18th August 2011)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kaji, Yoshiaki; Hirata, Koichi
• Other Names: Lagares A. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: ISRN neurology. Volume 2011(2011)
• Publication Date: 2011-08-18
• Subjects: Neurology -- Periodicals; Nervous System Diseases; Neurology; Neurology; Periodicals; 616.8
• DOI: 10.5402/2011/219427
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-5505

Abstract

Abstract : Depression, apathy, and anhedonia are often comorbid in patients with Parkinson's disease. Since the morbid states of apathy and anhedonia are complicated, these symptoms are often difficult to diagnose. Several therapeutic methods for apathy and anhedonia are considered effective. However, the validity of these methods has not been established. Similar to depression, apathy and anhedonia clearly affect the quality of life of patients and their families. Therefore, accurate diagnoses of morbid states in the early stage of the disease and corresponding appropriate treatments should be given high priority.