What is catatonia? Is it a positive or negative symptom? Explain your answer.

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Catatonia is a negative symptom of schizophrenia, as it is characterized by the absence of normal behavior. The patient with catatonia may have virtually no movement or speech, or they may freeze and hold an awkward position for an extended period of time.

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The secular trend

a. is found only in Central and South America. b. has been documented in the U.S. and nearly all European countries. c. occurred in the 1950s, but has now stopped. d. is found in every country in the world.

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Differentiate between monozygotic twins and dizygotic twins. Be very detailed and specific, using all of the following terminology and concepts in your answer: zygote, ova (ovum), sperm, genotype, phenotype

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If one understands that A causes B, and B causes C, and concludes there must be some link

between A and C, then one could conclude that this person understands relationship __________. Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Studies show that adolescent mood swings are most closely related to changes in:

A. hormone levels. B. family relationships. C. nutrition. D. activities.

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