[Neuroimaging of functional abnormalities in apathy]
A B Guekht1, A C Avedisova2, K V Zaharova2
1Solov'ev Research and Clinical Center for Neuropsychiatry, Moscow.
Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova
|June 22, 2017
Summary
Apathy is common in many brain and psychiatric disorders. This review examines neuroimaging studies to understand functional brain abnormalities associated with apathy.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Apathy frequently co-occurs with neurologic conditions like Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis.
- It is also a prominent symptom in various psychiatric disorders.
- Differentiating apathy from the primary disorder is crucial for effective treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review neuroimaging studies investigating functional abnormalities in apathy.
- To explore the neurophysiological underpinnings of apathy across different conditions.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing neuroimaging literature.
- Analysis of functional abnormalities identified in studies of apathy.
Main Results:
- Neuroimaging reveals distinct patterns of functional brain abnormalities in apathy.
- These findings help in understanding the neurobiological basis of apathy.
Conclusions:
- Neuroimaging provides valuable insights into the functional deficits associated with apathy.
- Further research can leverage these findings for better diagnosis and management of apathy.
