Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alogia
Noun
/əˈlɒdʒə/
Definition
A deficiency or lack of speech and verbal communication, often associated with certain mental health conditions.
Examples
- During the therapy session, the patient exhibited alogia, responding to questions with minimal words.
- The alogia observed in some patients can make it difficult for them to engage socially.
- She struggled with alogia, often leaving her friends unsure of how to help her.
Meaning
Alogia refers to a state where an individual has reduced speech output or limited verbal communication. This can manifest in conversations as short, monosyllabic answers or a complete lack of verbal interaction.
Synonyms
- Speech reduction
- Verbal poverty
- Communication deficit
