Author Question: Which symptom is a primary characteristic of schizophrenia? a. short-term memory deficits b. fear ... (Read 57 times)

NguyenJ · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Which symptom is a primary characteristic of schizophrenia?

a. short-term memory deficits
b. fear of being left alone
c. feelings of worthlessness
d. marked disturbances in thinking

Question 2

Which statement about the DSM-5's criteria for diagnosing schizophrenia is accurate?

a. A diagnosis requires deterioration in functioning from a previous level within the previous six months.
b. The chief characteristic of the disorder is uncontrollable emotions.
c. The criteria are based on subjective judgments, not objective behaviors.
d. The patient must be delusional to be diagnosed with schizophrenia.