Understanding Schizophrenia

What is schizophrenia primarily considered to be?

• A disorder of multiple personalities

• A physical illness

• A brain disorder

• A type of mood disorder

Which neurotransmitter is often elevated in schizophrenia?

• GABA

• Dopamine

• Norepinephrine

• Serotonin

How is schizophrenia diagnosed?

• With a genetic test

• Via a clinical interview

• By brain imaging

• Through a blood test

What are delusions?

• Lack of emotions

• Abnormal beliefs

• Hearing voices

• Seeing things that aren't there

What percentage of the US population is affected by schizophrenia?

• 1%

• 0.5%

• 2%

• 0.7%

At what age range is schizophrenia most commonly diagnosed?

• 10-20 years

• 16-30 years

• 30-50 years

• 50-70 years

What is the prodrome phase in schizophrenia?

• A time of complete recovery

• A period of full-blown symptoms

• A phase of deterioration before full symptoms

• A phase of stable mental health

What might happen to a person's academic performance during the prodrome phase?

• It becomes erratic

• It remains unchanged

• It deteriorates

• It improves significantly

Which of the following is a potential consequence of schizophrenia?

• Increased risk of diabetes

• Higher risk of homelessness

• Improved social relationships

• Enhanced cognitive abilities

What is the primary method for diagnosing schizophrenia?

• Physical examination

• Blood tests

• Clinical interview

• Genetic testing