Anhedonia reflects a condition where a person is unable to experience satisfaction or pleasure in activities that are typically enjoyed by others. This condition is often associated with feelings of emptiness, discomfort, and monotony. Although frequently identified as a major symptom of major depressive disorder (MDD), anhedonia can also occur in various other mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, as well as in individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease or experiencing chronic pain.

Anhedonia is the inability to enjoy the pleasure that is usually experienced by most people when engaging in activities that are normally enjoyed. Individuals who experience anhedonia often lose interest, feel disconnected from their social environment, and have little motivation to interact with the world around them.

Social anhedonia is when someone loses interest or motivation to interact with others. They do not feel joy or happiness when in social situations or engaged in activities with others. Social anhedonia is different from social anxiety disorder. However, in social anhedonia, a person does not feel satisfaction from the social interaction itself.

Loss of interest in interacting with the environment: Individuals who suffer from anhedonia often lose the motivation to engage in activities that they typically find enjoyable or are of interest to others. Loss of interest in people, hobbies, or activities: Individuals experiencing anhedonia may lose interest in trying new things. As a result, they may prefer to be alone and their social relationships may be disrupted.