Erschienen in:
01.06.2010
Differentiation Between Demoralization, Grief, and Anhedonic Depression
verfasst von:
Marcus Wellen
Erschienen in:
Current Psychiatry Reports
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Ausgabe 3/2010
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Abstract
Demoralization is a phenomenon in which a patient reaches a state of subjective incompetence, hopelessness, and helplessness that can lead to that devastating moment in which he or she feels the only recourse left is to give up. This article reviews the medical literature regarding the current understanding, importance, and impact of demoralization. In addition, using the key characteristics of demoralization, this article attempts to compare and contrast demoralization with anhedonia and grief.