Administration of Phencyclidine (PCP) Induces a Spectrum of Psychotic Symptoms

question 24

True/False

Administration of phencyclidine (PCP) induces a spectrum of psychotic symptoms (disorganized thinking, hallucinations and delusions, flat affect, and social withdrawal) that characterize patients with schizophrenia.

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Response

An involuntary, inherent reaction to a stimulus, occurring without any learned or conditioned prior history.

Unconditioned Response

An automatic and natural reaction to a stimulus that does not require learning.

Increased Heartbeat

A condition where the heart rate speeds up, typically in response to exercise, stress, or excitement.

Positive Reinforcement

A process in behavior modification that involves giving a reward to reinforce a desired behaviour, encouraging its repetition.