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Anhedonia is?

A
Absence of pain on previously painful site
B
Loss of emotions
C
Somatic symptoms of pain
D
Inability to experience pleasure
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'd' i.e. Inability to experience pleasure * Anhedonia is the inability to experience pleasure from activities usually found enjoyable, e.g. exercise, hobbies, singing, sexual activities or social interactions.* Anhedonia is a core symptom of Major Depressive Disorder, therefore individuals experiencing this symptom can be diagnosed with depression, even in the absence of low/depressed mood.* Anhedonia can also be associated with, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, schizoaffective disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizoid personality disorder, dysthymia and schizophrenia.Note - Absence of pain on previously painful site is known as anodynia.

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