Inappropriate Affect, the Experiencing of Emotions That Are Unsuited to a Situation

question 63

Multiple Choice

Inappropriate affect, the experiencing of emotions that are unsuited to a situation, is classified as a _____ symptom of schizophrenia.

• A) neurological
• B) negative
• C) avolitional
• D) positive

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Definitions:

Neuron

A distinct cell that carries messages through the nervous system; identified as a nerve cell.

Parkinson's Disease

A degenerative disorder of the central nervous system that mainly affects the motor system, leading to tremors, rigidity, and slow movement.

Pills

Oral dosage forms of medication that include both over-the-counter and prescription medicines, designed to release their active ingredients in the body.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the brain's cerebrum, involved in complex brain functions including thought, memory, and consciousness.