Negative symptoms of schizophrenia
A) are associated with low levels of brain dopamine activity.
B) usually require long hospital terms to treat.
C) represent the absence or diminution of normal behaviors.
D) indicate that the patient cannot accurately perceive reality.
E) are specific to schizophrenia.
Answer: C
Rationale: Negative symptoms of schizophrenia represent the absence or diminution of normal behaviors.
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