- 1 in 3 people experience apathy (a reduction in goal-directed behavior) after a stroke1,2
- Apathy is characterized by loss of motivation, concern, interest, and emotional response, resulting in a loss of initiative, decreased interaction with the environment, and a reduced interest in social life1,2
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