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avolitionnoun
Lack of initiative or goals; one of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia. The person may wish to do something, but the desire is without power or energy.
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Avolition
Avolition, as a symptom of various forms of psychopathology, is the decrease in the ability to initiate and persist in self-directed purposeful activities. Such activities that appear to be neglected usually include routine activities, including hobbies, going to work and/or school, and most notably, engaging in social activities. A person experiencing avolition may stay at home for long periods of time, rather than seeking out work or peer relations.
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Avolition
Avolition is a psychological state characterized by general lack of drive, or motivation to pursue meaningful goals. A person may show little participation in work or have little interest in socializing. They may sit still for long periods of time. It is commonly seen in patients with schizophrenia, and is one of the five main "negative" symptoms of that disorder, the others being flat affect, alogia, anhedonia, and asociality. It is also one of the predominant symptoms of clinical depression. It is sometimes mistaken for simple disinterest or anhedonia but is distinct. People with avolition may want to complete certain tasks but lack the motivation to complete them. Literally meaning "poverty of will," it is a restriction in initiation and production of goal directed behavior. Abulia - is a restriction in will or motivation, often characterized by an inability to set goals or make decisions. In the DSM-IV-TR, avolition is mentioned as one of the possible symptoms of schizophrenia.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of avolition in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of avolition in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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