Jack, Who Has Been Diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Has Strange Speech

question 12

Multiple Choice

Jack, who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, has strange speech patterns. He takes long pauses during conversations and says things like, "I was in 5ᵗʰ grade once. I'm the oldest child in the family. Children like a good parade. The show must go on!" Jack is exhibiting __________

• A) paranoia.
• B) disorganized thinking.
• C) waxy flexibility.
• D) catatonia.

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Definitions:

Anorexia Nervosa

A serious eating disorder characterized by self-imposed starvation and excessive weight loss, often due to a distorted body image.

Forbidden Foods

Typically refers to foods that are restricted from someone's diet due to health, dietary laws, or moral reasons, often creating a psychological desire for the restricted item.

Interpersonal Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication patterns to alleviate mental health symptoms.

Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy

A type of therapeutic intervention that aims to enhance wellbeing and address issues by altering maladaptive emotions, behaviors, and thought patterns.