At the age of 30, Claire, a patient with schizophrenia, lost her ability to speak and move. On examining her, the physician could not find any direct physiological cause for Claire's condition. This condition is most likely to be diagnosed as
A. autism.
B. hypomanic disorder.
C. catatonia.
D. manic disorder.
Answer: C
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