Symptom 7: Altered Emotional Responses
Emotions allow us to interact with our world, providing a vital lens through which we perceive our environment. However, in individuals with Kluver-Bucy Syndrome, there is often an alteration in emotional responses.
These altered emotional responses may manifest as a lack of emotional depth or variability. Affected individuals might exhibit a flattened emotional affect, demonstrating fewer emotional reactions or expressions than one would typically expect. This symptom showcases the crucial role our brain plays in regulating our emotions.
Altered emotional responses can pose significant challenges. Imagine being unable to express joy at a happy event or sadness at a loss. Such experiences can be isolating and may create barriers in social interactions and relationships.
Understanding and acknowledging these altered emotional responses are key to supporting individuals with Kluver-Bucy Syndrome. Psychotherapy, combined with family education and support, can be particularly helpful. (7)
