Schizophrenia Spectrum and Psychotic Disorders Quiz

Excess dopamine activity is implicated in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia.

Auditory hallucinations are positive symptoms, not negative.

Hallucinations involve perceiving stimuli that are not present in reality.

Social withdrawal often precedes the full onset of schizophrenia during the prodromal phase.

Delusions are fixed false beliefs that are not amendable by logic.

Auditory hallucinations involve hearing voices or sounds without external stimuli.

Dementia praecox refers to the cognitive deterioration often seen in schizophrenia.

Catatonia involves periods of complete immobility and unresponsiveness.

Schizophrenia often presents with deficits in memory and cognitive function.

Typical antipsychotics primarily block dopamine receptors to alleviate symptoms.

Social withdrawal is a hallmark negative symptom of schizophrenia.

Symptoms must persist for at least six months for a diagnosis of schizophrenia.

Disorganized schizophrenia subtype manifests with incoherent speech and erratic behavior.

Clozapine carries a risk of agranulocytosis, necessitating careful monitoring.

Relapse refers to the return of symptoms after an initial improvement.

Catalepsy involves maintaining rigid postures for extended periods.

The prodromal phase indicates the early signs preceding the full onset of schizophrenia.

Avolition refers to a profound lack of motivation and goal-directed behavior.