Deterioration of ethical feelings
Symptoms
Related diseases
The deterioration of ethical feelings is a symptom that can be observed in certain cognitive and neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Here are the key points related to this symptom:
Characteristics
- Decline in Moral Judgment: Individuals may show a reduced ability to distinguish right from wrong.
- Inappropriate Behavior: Actions that were previously unacceptable may become more frequent, such as lying or stealing.
- Loss of Empathy: A diminished sense of empathy towards others, leading to a lack of concern for how their actions affect others.
Source | Author Doctor Nikas Samuolis, reviewed by Prof. Virginijus Šapoka | Vilnius University | Faculty of Medicine | Head of the Department of Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and Oncology