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| name = Anosodiaphoria | |||
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| specialty = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Lack of emotional response to [[illness]] | |||
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| causes = [[Brain damage]], often due to [[stroke]] | |||
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| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]] | |||
| differential = [[Anosognosia]], [[neglect (neurology)|neglect]] | |||
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Anosodiaphoria | Anosodiaphoria | ||
Anosodiaphoria is a neurological condition characterized by a lack of emotional response or concern towards one's own illness or disability. This condition is often associated with [[hemiplegia]] or other forms of [[brain damage]], particularly following a [[stroke]]. | Anosodiaphoria is a neurological condition characterized by a lack of emotional response or concern towards one's own illness or disability. This condition is often associated with [[hemiplegia]] or other forms of [[brain damage]], particularly following a [[stroke]]. | ||
==Etymology== | ==Etymology== | ||
The term "anosodiaphoria" is derived from the Greek words "a-" meaning "without," "nosos" meaning "disease," and "diaphora" meaning "difference." It was first introduced by the French neurologist [[Joseph Babinski]] in the early 20th century. | The term "anosodiaphoria" is derived from the Greek words "a-" meaning "without," "nosos" meaning "disease," and "diaphora" meaning "difference." It was first introduced by the French neurologist [[Joseph Babinski]] in the early 20th century. | ||
==Clinical Features== | ==Clinical Features== | ||
Individuals with anosodiaphoria are aware of their medical condition but exhibit an indifferent attitude towards it. This is in contrast to [[anosognosia]], where the individual is unaware of their condition. Anosodiaphoria is often observed in patients with right hemisphere brain lesions. | Individuals with anosodiaphoria are aware of their medical condition but exhibit an indifferent attitude towards it. This is in contrast to [[anosognosia]], where the individual is unaware of their condition. Anosodiaphoria is often observed in patients with right hemisphere brain lesions. | ||
==Associated Conditions== | ==Associated Conditions== | ||
Anosodiaphoria is frequently associated with: | Anosodiaphoria is frequently associated with: | ||
* [[Hemiplegia]] | * [[Hemiplegia]] | ||
* [[Aphasia]] | * [[Aphasia]] | ||
* [[Neglect (neuropsychology)|Neglect]] | * [[Neglect (neuropsychology)|Neglect]] | ||
* [[Right hemisphere brain damage]] | * [[Right hemisphere brain damage]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of anosodiaphoria involves clinical assessment by a neurologist or neuropsychologist. It is important to differentiate anosodiaphoria from other conditions such as [[depression]] or [[anosognosia]]. | Diagnosis of anosodiaphoria involves clinical assessment by a neurologist or neuropsychologist. It is important to differentiate anosodiaphoria from other conditions such as [[depression]] or [[anosognosia]]. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
There is no specific treatment for anosodiaphoria. Management typically focuses on rehabilitation and addressing the underlying neurological condition. Psychological support and counseling may be beneficial for some patients. | There is no specific treatment for anosodiaphoria. Management typically focuses on rehabilitation and addressing the underlying neurological condition. Psychological support and counseling may be beneficial for some patients. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for anosodiaphoria varies depending on the underlying cause and the extent of brain damage. Some patients may show improvement over time, while others may continue to exhibit anosodiaphoria. | The prognosis for anosodiaphoria varies depending on the underlying cause and the extent of brain damage. Some patients may show improvement over time, while others may continue to exhibit anosodiaphoria. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Anosognosia]] | * [[Anosognosia]] | ||
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* [[Stroke]] | * [[Stroke]] | ||
* [[Joseph Babinski]] | * [[Joseph Babinski]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Neurology |
| Symptoms | Lack of emotional response to illness |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Brain damage, often due to stroke |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment |
| Differential diagnosis | Anosognosia, neglect |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Anosodiaphoria
Anosodiaphoria is a neurological condition characterized by a lack of emotional response or concern towards one's own illness or disability. This condition is often associated with hemiplegia or other forms of brain damage, particularly following a stroke.
Etymology[edit]
The term "anosodiaphoria" is derived from the Greek words "a-" meaning "without," "nosos" meaning "disease," and "diaphora" meaning "difference." It was first introduced by the French neurologist Joseph Babinski in the early 20th century.
Clinical Features[edit]
Individuals with anosodiaphoria are aware of their medical condition but exhibit an indifferent attitude towards it. This is in contrast to anosognosia, where the individual is unaware of their condition. Anosodiaphoria is often observed in patients with right hemisphere brain lesions.
Associated Conditions[edit]
Anosodiaphoria is frequently associated with:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of anosodiaphoria involves clinical assessment by a neurologist or neuropsychologist. It is important to differentiate anosodiaphoria from other conditions such as depression or anosognosia.
Treatment[edit]
There is no specific treatment for anosodiaphoria. Management typically focuses on rehabilitation and addressing the underlying neurological condition. Psychological support and counseling may be beneficial for some patients.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for anosodiaphoria varies depending on the underlying cause and the extent of brain damage. Some patients may show improvement over time, while others may continue to exhibit anosodiaphoria.
