The withdrawal and inability to initiate and persist in goal-directed activity is called

Correct option is D

Ans. (d)
Sol. Avolition refers to the inability to initiate or persist in goal-directed activities. This is a key symptom of certain mental health disorders, particularly in schizophrenia and depression.
(a) Apathy: Apathy refers to a lack of interest or enthusiasm, but it does not necessarily involve the inability to initiate activities.
(b) Anhedonia: Anhedonia is the inability to experience pleasure or interest in activities once found enjoyable.
(c) Avoidance: Avoidance involves staying away from situations or activities, often due to anxiety, but it is not the same as avolition, which is more about lacking motivation.