Quentin Has Been Institutionalized Due to Schizophrenia

question 31

Multiple Choice

Quentin has been institutionalized due to schizophrenia. He often stands immobile in odd postures for long periods of time. Sometimes when he does this, his limbs may stick out into a walkway, but the staff finds it very easy to move his arms out of the way. In fact, he continues to hold the posture into which they move him. In doing so, Quentin is displaying

• A) waxy flexibility.
• B) disorganized behavior.
• C) stereotypy.
• D) echopraxia.

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Definitions:

Preoccupation with Death

An excessive focus or contemplation on death, mortality, and the aspects surrounding them, which can significantly impact one's mental health.

Uncooperative Client

A client who resists engaging in the therapeutic process, often challenging the therapist's efforts to aid in their treatment.

Integrative Psychotherapies

Psychological treatments that combine techniques and principles from various therapeutic frameworks and theories to address the specific needs of clients.

Outcome Research

Research aimed at understanding the results or effects of specific interventions, treatments, or processes.