AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

STRESS AND ILLNESS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Mrs. Petree has recently been hospitalized for schizophrenia. She seems to have no attention span what so ever. Mrs. Petree speaks extremely slowly when asked a question. It is almost like nobody is home in her brain. Mrs. Petree sometimes repetitiously shakes her body or head. Mrs. Petree suffers from ____
A
bipolar disorder
B
paranoia
C
psychosis depression
D
catatonia
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hearing voices in the mind is the most common type of hallucination in people with mental health conditions such as schizophrenia. The voices can be critical, complimentary or neutral.

Detailed explanation-2: -Schizophrenia is associated with changes in the structure and functioning of a number of key brain systems, including prefrontal and medial temporal lobe regions involved in working memory and declarative memory, respectively.

Detailed explanation-3: -Being exposed to harmful toxins are suggested to play a role in the development of schizophrenia, even as early as during fetal development. Toxins that have been researched to show possible influence include alcohol and lead.

Detailed explanation-4: -The exact causes of schizophrenia are unknown. Research suggests a combination of physical, genetic, psychological and environmental factors can make a person more likely to develop the condition. Some people may be prone to schizophrenia, and a stressful or emotional life event might trigger a psychotic episode.

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