Dr Brubaker Says, "Specific Cognitive Deficits Are Generally Not Present

question 56

Multiple Choice

Dr. Brubaker says, "Specific cognitive deficits are generally not present until after the first psychotic episode, and may be an indication of brain abnormalities that result in less "cognitive reserve." Deficits in memory, and verbal and abstraction skills, are among the diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia and are not found among non-psychotic relatives of the patient." Which part of Dr. Brubaker's statement is correct?

• A) Deficits in memory and verbal and abstraction skills are among the diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia.
• B) Specific cognitive deficits are generally not present until after the first psychotic episode.
• C) The cognitive deficits may be an indication of brain abnormalities that result in less "cognitive reserve."
• D) Deficits in memory and verbal and abstraction skills are not found among non-psychotic relatives of the patient.

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