Avolition

/ˌeɪ.voʊˈlɪʃ.ən/ noun

Definition

A marked decrease in motivation to initiate and sustain purposeful activities, common in schizophrenia and severe depression.

Etymology

From Greek 'a-' (without) + Latin 'volitio' (willing, choosing), from 'velle' (to wish, to will).

Kelly Says

Avolition isn't laziness — it's when the brain's motivation engine shuts down, and even basic tasks like showering feel impossibly hard.

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