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ericka1

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Ernest is experiencing the following symptoms: hallucinations of rabid ostriches attacking him, beliefs that the Superbowl will be won based on his wearing one team's jersey over any other, and beliefs that his dog is preventing his thoughts. These are examples of ____ symptoms of schizophrenia.
 
  a. positive
  b. negative
  c. affective
  d. undifferentiated

Question 2

Elmer has been diagnosed with schizophrenia by his psychiatrist on the basis of exhibiting positive symptoms. Elmer has not shown any of the negative symptoms associated with schizophrenia. Therefore, Elmer has likely not exhibited ____.
 
  a. hallucinations
  b. delusions
  c. social withdrawal
  d. disorganized thoughts



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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
a

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER:
c



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