Inappropriate Affect, the Experiencing of Emotions That Are Unsuited to a Situation

question 32

Multiple Choice

Inappropriate affect, the experiencing of emotions that are unsuited to a situation, is classified as a(n) _____ symptom of schizophrenia.

• A) neurological
• B) negative
• C) avolitional
• D) positive

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Definitions:

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