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AP Psychology 5.4.B: Schizophrenia Symptoms

Practise AP Psychology 5.4.B by recognising hallucinations and catatonia, classifying positive symptoms, and distinguishing schizophrenia from dissociative disorders.

Syllabus
Effective Fall 2025
Course
AP Psychology

Exam points

  • Classify hallucinations as positive symptoms and link catatonia to prolonged immobility.
  • Distinguish schizophrenia from dissociative disorders using hallucinations in case vignettes.

5.4.B—Describe the symptoms and possible causes of selected schizophrenic spectrum disorders question 1

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In his early 20s, Ernie is diagnosed with schizophrenia based primarily on his increasingly catatonic behavior. Ernie is most likely to

A

appear emotionless even in situations that would make most people very emotional.

B

talk a mile a minute without pausing between words and topics.

C

remain in a single position for long periods of time without moving.

D

report that he is being watched or followed.

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