Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
A marked reduction in or complete absence of interest, motivation, or enjoyment in activities previously found meaningful or pleasurable. Anhedonia is one of the two core features of major depressive disorder.
Quick answer
Loss of interest or pleasure (anhedonia) (ICD-10: R45.3; ICD-11: MB27.1) is a core diagnostic criterion for major depressive disorder. Behavioural activation has the strongest evidence. Exercise improves reward processing. Red flag: anhedonia with suicidal ideation requires immediate clinical assessment.
Recognition
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Activities that previously brought pleasure no longer feel enjoyable or engaging
Difficulty feeling motivated to start or complete activities
Social withdrawal from hobbies, relationships, or events
Going through the motions without emotional engagement
Feeling disconnected from things that used to matter
What is Loss of interest or pleasure in activities?
A marked reduction in or complete absence of interest, motivation, or enjoyment in activities previously found meaningful or pleasurable. Anhedonia is one of the two core features of major depressive disorder.
Approaches Commonly Explored
Commonly explored for conditions related to Loss of interest or pleasure in activities, grouped by mechanism — select your subtype above to highlight the most relevant path.
How to use these approaches
Most people begin with Stabilise approaches, then progress toward Resolve and Sustain.
Cognitive patterns, emotional processing, and stress response.
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