AP PSYCHOLOGY

ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

SCHIZOPHRENIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which best describes schizophrenia as a mental illness?
A
Feeling fearful, nervous and worried without clear cause
B
An irrational fear of a specific stimulus that affects daily life
C
Dramatic changes in mood from positive mood to negative mood and back
D
Abnormalities in thought, perception and social withdrawal.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Definition. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions. Although the course of schizophrenia varies among individuals, schizophrenia is typically persistent and can be both severe and disabling.

Detailed explanation-2: -Schizophrenia is a disabling disorder and social withdrawal in schizophrenia is related to particularly adverse outcomes. Social withdrawal may be a result of “passive” motivation (disinterest or lack of drive to engage with others) or “active” motivation (fear, hostility, or distrust of others).

Detailed explanation-3: -Catatonia is a crucial component of catatonic schizophrenia. Catatonia is a type of syndrome that causes a person to have abnormal physical movements, behaviors, and withdrawal. A person may appear excited or withdrawn.

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