After Weeks of Being Withdrawn, Christina Was Found Standing Mute

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Essay

After weeks of being withdrawn, Christina was found standing mute and motionless in the middle of the living room. After several attempts to get Christina to respond, her family rushed her to the emergency room. Christina appears to be experiencing a symptom of her schizophrenia known as ___________.

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Definitions:

Public Speaking

The act of performing a speech to a live audience in a structured manner in order to inform, influence, or entertain.

Eating

The act of consuming food or beverages as a means to obtain nutrients and energy for bodily functions.

Exposure Therapy

A psychological treatment designed to help individuals confront their fears. The goal is to reduce the power of feared objects, activities, or situations through gradual, controlled exposure.

Social Anxiety Disorder

A mental health condition marked by intense fear and avoidance of social situations due to apprehension of being judged, embarrassed, or humiliated.