6D86.3

Apathy in dementia

Apatia na demência

Category

Definition

In addition to the cognitive disturbances characteristic of dementia, the current clinical picture includes clinically significant indifference or lack of interest.

Diagnostic Criteria

  • The current clinical picture includes clinically significant indifference or lack of interest.

Exclusions

  • Mood disorders
  • Secondary mood syndrome

Index Terms

Apathy in dementia