For many people who suffer from depression, the condition is not just about feeling down, but also about a loss of motivation ...

One of the key features of depression is the lack of motivation to do things that you know you should really do. For example, you may think that you don't have the motivation to exercise, or spend ...

A study from Emory University suggests that levodopa, a medication that increases dopamine levels in the brain, may help treat individuals with depression who experience motivational impairments due ...

DOI: 10.1016/j.bpsc.2025.02.006 New research shows that individuals who have recovered from depression are generally less willing to exert effort to pursue potential rewards compared to those who have ...

New research shows that individuals who have recovered from depression are generally less willing to exert effort to pursue potential rewards compared to those who have never experienced depression, ...

Motivation deficits in schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, and bipolar disorder impair functional outcomes, including work performance, educational engagement, and interpersonal relationships.

No longer enjoying the things you used to can also be a symptom of other mental health conditions. fizkes/ Shutterstock It’s often thought that if someone is depressed, they will feel sad or low most ...