Schizophrenia & Dissociative Disorders: Crash Course Psych #32

What percentage of the population is affected by schizophrenia?

• About 10%

• Less than 0.5%

• About 5%

• About 1%

What is the literal meaning of 'schizophrenia'?

• Multiple personalities

• Divided self

• Split mind

• Lost mind

Which disorder is characterized by a 'split from reality'?

• Schizophrenia

• Dissociative Identity Disorder

• Bipolar Disorder

• Major Depressive Disorder

At what age does schizophrenia typically surface for men?

• Early to mid-20s

• Late 20s

• Teenage years

• Over 30

How does schizophrenia typically manifest in behavior?

• Improved social interactions

• Predictable and consistent behavior

• Incongruent emotions and behaviors

• Enhanced cognitive abilities

What is a common form of hallucination in schizophrenia?

• Tactile

• Olfactory

• Auditory

• Visual

What are the three general categories of psychotic symptoms?

• Positive, negative, and disorganized

• Emotional, psychological, and physical

• Acute, chronic, and transient

• Mild, moderate, and severe

What is the significance of dopamine in schizophrenia?

• Dopamine levels are reduced in schizophrenia

• Dopamine is not related to schizophrenia

• Excess dopamine receptors may be involved

• Lack of dopamine causes schizophrenia

Which neurotransmitter is associated with schizophrenia?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• GABA

• Norepinephrine

What model explains the onset of schizophrenia?

• Psychoanalytic model

• Biopsychosocial model

• Diathesis-stress model

• Cognitive-behavioral model