Anhedonia essentially means "without pleasure." The term describes the loss of interest in or the inability to feel pleasure. Anhedonia is often a symptom of depression and has also been associated with other mental health conditions. However, this is not always the case.
Loss of interest in socializing, doing activities you used to enjoy, or even not getting pleasure from eating your favorite foods, are among the most common symptoms. Click through this gallery to find out more about anhedonia, including the various types, their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.