Since the age of two, Michael has had a history of acting out. As a child, Michael's acting out consisted of disrespecting his parents. By the age of 12, he was skipping school and hanging out with older boys in the neighborhood. By the time he was 15, he started using drugs and alcohol. Michael is now 20 years old and a court-ordered psychologist has diagnosed Michael with schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a type of _________ disorder.

A. depressive
B. personality
C. psychotic
D. mood


Answer: C

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