Ken Has Been Experiencing Unusual Symptoms for Approximately 6 Weeks

question 7

Multiple Choice

Ken has been experiencing unusual symptoms for approximately 6 weeks. He heard voices through his television informing him that the provincial police were after him. He also experienced disorganized behaviour and thought disorder. This episode only lasted for 6 weeks and then his behaviour returned to his level of pre-morbid functioning. What disorder will Ken most likely be diagnosed with?

• A) Schizophrenia
• B) Schizophreniform disorder
• C) Brief psychotic disorder
• D) Schizoaffective disorder

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