People with Schizophrenia May Maintain a Nearly Immobile Stance for Hours

question 34

Multiple Choice

People with schizophrenia may maintain a nearly immobile stance for hours at a time. Such an individual is said to be ________.

• A) cataleptic
• B) flatly affective
• C) delusional
• D) undifferentiated

Learn about the adverse effects of technology use before bedtime on sleep quality.

Recognize the relationship between sleep and memory consolidation, particularly the role of the hippocampus.

Understand the implications of circadian rhythm disruptions and strategies to manage them effectively.

Understand the definition and diagnostic criteria of substance-use disorders.

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Definitions:

Parkinson's Disease

A neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement, causing symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slowness of movement.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including mood, sleep, learning, and the reward system, influencing both movement and emotional responses.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the central and peripheral nervous systems that plays a crucial role in muscle contraction and the modulation of alertness, memory, and learning.

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits nerve transmission, playing a role in reducing neuronal excitability.