Roger Has a Vacant Stare

question 171

Multiple Choice

Roger has a vacant stare. He answers questions in an apathetic, monotonous voice, and shows no emotion, even when discussing events such as his mother's death. Roger's affect would be described as

• A)depressed.
• B)inappropriate.
• C)blasé.
• D)flat.

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