10 Symptoms of Dysthymia
2. Lacking Interest
Daily activities begin to lack meaning for those with dysthymia. Family and friends may notice that the individual takes less interest in hygiene and personal appearance, and appears disheveled. Simple chores like feeding pets, taking out the garbage, or washing dishes may feel like insurmountable challenges and might be left undone for days in a row.
Sufferers lose interest in hobbies and activities. They may stop participating in sports and other types of physical exercise or turn down opportunities to go to their favorite places. They may lose interest in movies, music, and books. Some may fill time by watching an excessive amount of television but without genuine interest in any particular show. They may receive exciting or shocking news in a very blasé manner, unable to feign interest.
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