After Her Last Episode of Schizophrenia, Jill Continued to Behave

question 96

Multiple Choice

After her last episode of schizophrenia, Jill continued to behave a bit eccentrically and she showed little emotion. Which of the following diagnoses should she be given?

• A) residual schizophrenia
• B) residual schizophreniform disorder
• C) schizophreniform disorder
• D) schizoaffective disorder

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Definitions:

Insufficient Thiamine

A condition resulting from a lack of thiamine (vitamin B1), which can lead to neurological problems and diseases such as beriberi.

Korsakoff's Syndrome

A chronic memory disorder caused by severe deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1), often linked to alcohol abuse, characterized by memory loss, confabulation, and difficulty acquiring new information.

Insufficient Dopamine

A condition where there is an inadequate level of dopamine in the brain, which can affect mood, movement, and cognition.

Excessive Dopamine

An abnormally high level of dopamine in the brain, which can lead to various disorders, including schizophrenia and addiction.