Assessment of apathy minimising the effect of motor dysfunctions in Parkinson ’s disease: a validation study of the dimensional apathy scale

ConclusionsThe DAS is a valid and reliable tool to assess multidimensional apathy in PD, independently of severity of motor symptoms. Reduced initiation of thought and behaviour and emotional blunting characterised PD patients, without confounding effects of motor disability.
Source: Quality of Life Research - Category: Health Management Source Type: research