In January, Rita Was Beginning to Perform Poorly at Work

question 80

Multiple Choice

In January, Rita was beginning to perform poorly at work, was neglecting her appearance, becoming withdrawn, and exhibiting odd behaviors. In June, she showed the full‑blown symptoms of schizophrenia. Her behavior in January can be considered part of which phase of the disorder?

• A) active
• B) residual
• C) prodromal
• D) undifferentiated

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