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Cynthia Lozano
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Which of the following is associated with intensified brain signals that lead to positive symptoms of schizophrenia,such as hallucinations and paranoia?

A) abnormal development of the frontal lobe
B) a hyper-responsive dopamine system
C) a larger-than-normal cortex
D) a hyperactive hippocampus

Positive Symptoms

Symptoms present in some mental health disorders that are an excess or distortion of normal functions, such as hallucinations or delusions.

Hallucinations

Perceptions in a conscious and awake state in the absence of external stimuli which have qualities of real perceptions.

Paranoia

A mental condition characterized by delusions of persecution, unwarranted jealousy, or exaggerated self-importance, typically elaborated into an organized system.

  • Understand the role of dopamine in schizophrenia's positive symptoms.
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Aurora EvansNov 14, 2024
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