Steve Has Had Schizophrenia for Years and Has Agreed to Allow

question 130

Multiple Choice

Steve has had schizophrenia for years and has agreed to allow researchers to examine his brain function while alive, and then study his brain tissue after he dies. If he is like most individuals with schizophrenia, researchers should find that Steve will __________.

• A) show cellular abnormalities in the frontal and temporal lobes
• B) have enlarged ventricles, suggesting a loss of brain tissue
• C) show low levels of brain metabolism and blood flow in the temporal and frontal lobes
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Panic Attack

A sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life, leading to significant distress or impairment.

Sweating Profusely

The act of excreting sweat in a heavy or excessive manner, often due to heat, physical activity, or stress.

Anxiety Disorders

A group of mental health disorders characterized by excessive fear, anxiety, and related behavioral disturbances, significantly impacting daily activities.