Which of the Following Is NOT a Common Symptom of Schizophrenic

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of schizophrenic disorders

• A) hallucinations
• B) manipulative behaviour without remorse 
• C) disturbed emotions
• D) deterioration of adaptive behaviour

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Definitions:

Over-Estimating

In psychology, this refers to the cognitive bias where individuals predict that they are more likely to experience positive outcomes and less likely to endure negative ones compared to statistical evidence or past experiences.

Phenylketonuria

A genetic disorder that leads to the inability to metabolize the amino acid phenylalanine, requiring a strict diet to prevent intellectual disability and other health issues.

Egocentrism

The inability to differentiate between self and other, often leading to an individual perceiving, understanding, and interpreting the world primarily from their own perspective.

Narcolepsy

A chronic sleep disorder characterized by overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep, often linked to abnormal REM sleep patterns.