AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one is NOT a symptom of schizophrenia?
A
delusions
B
hallucinations
C
passive behavior
D
word salad
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Consistently fearful emotions are not associated with schizophrenia.

Detailed explanation-2: -Passivity experiences are hallmark symptoms of schizophrenia. They are characterized by the belief that one’s thoughts or actions are influenced or controlled by an external agent, for example when a psychotic patient is experiencing the movement of his own limbs like a passive observer (Frith, 2005).

Detailed explanation-3: -Negative symptoms of schizophrenia are those involving the absence of something common to most people. This can include lack of communication, social interaction, and motivation. Though less obvious than positive symptoms like hallucination and delusions, negative symptoms can be just as hard to cope with.

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