What is characterized by pervasive disturbances of perceptual and cognitive facilities?
a. a schizophrenic episode
b. dementia praecox
c. psychological damage
d. an eating disorder
Answer: b. dementia praecox
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a. ?large in capacity and long in duration b. ?small in capacity and long in duration c. ?small in capacity and short in duration d. ?large in capacity and short in duration
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