Gregory Has Been Recently Diagnosed with Schizophrenia

question 70

Multiple Choice

Gregory has been recently diagnosed with schizophrenia. His primary symptoms include emotional blunting, apathy, lack of speech, and the inability to experience pleasure. These symptoms are considered __________.

• A) positive symptoms of schizophrenia
• B) negative symptoms of schizophrenia
• C) not often seen in schizophrenics
• D) characteristic of those suffering from paranoia

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Definitions:

Power Distance

A cultural dimension that describes the extent to which members of a society accept and expect power to be distributed unequally.

Individualism

A social theory favoring freedom of action for individuals over collective or state control.

Nonverbal Communication

The exchange of information or expression of feelings without words; includes gestures, facial expressions, and body language.

Gestures

Movements of the body, especially hands and head, used to communicate an idea or feeling.