Julie's Younger Sister Died Suddenly from an Undiagnosed Heart Defect

question 30

Multiple Choice

Julie's younger sister died suddenly from an undiagnosed heart defect. The next day, Julie fell into a trance-like state. Two days later, Julie became reanimated and began experiencing auditory hallucinations. Concerned for her well-being, Julie's family took her to the local hospital. After a week of inpatient care, Julie started acting like her old self again. Given this information, Julie's diagnosis would be

• A) delusional disorder.
• B) schizoaffective disorder.
• C) schizophreniform disorder.
• D) brief psychotic disorder.

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Definitions:

Impaired Movement

Refers to the reduced ability or complete inability to move a part of the body normally, often due to injury, disease, or a neurological condition.

Cognitive Limitations

Restrictions in cognitive functioning that impact an individual's ability to learn, remember, or process information.

Imaginative Companions

Fictional characters or entities created in the mind, often by children, for companionship or entertainment.

Continuous Performance Test

A psychological task designed to measure a person's sustained and selective attention and impulsivity.