Anhedonia presents itself in a myriad of disease processes. To further develop our
understanding of anhedonia and effective ways to manage it, the concept requires clear
boundaries. This paper critically examined the current scientific literature and conducted
a concept analysis of anhedonia to provide a more accurate and lucid understanding
of the concept. As part of the concept analysis, this paper also provides model, borderline,
related, and contrary examples of anhedonia.
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