A Reduction or Absence of Appropriate Emotion Is Called

question 284

Multiple Choice

A reduction or absence of appropriate emotion is called:

• A) psychosis.
• B) flat affect.
• C) a positive symptom.
• D) a hallucination.

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Definitions:

Calcium Ions

Electrically charged calcium atoms that play a crucial role in various cellular processes including muscle contraction, neurotransmission, and enzyme activity.

Acid

A substance that donates hydrogen ions or protons and accepts electrons, often associated with a sour taste and capable of turning blue litmus paper red.

Prions

Infectious agents composed of protein in a misfolded form, which can cause neurodegenerative diseases.

Neurodegenerative Diseases

Disorders characterized by the progressive loss of structure or function of neurons, including diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS.