MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 92: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 92

2. During an interview with a schizophrenic patient, a psychiatrist notices that the patient keeps repeating what the psychiatrist says. This phenomenon is known as:

  • A. echolalia.
  • B. echopraxia.
  • C. loosening of associations.
  • D. neologisms.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Echolalia is an involuntary repetition of others' words and utterances, and may be seen in schizophrenia. Echopraxia, choice (B), is imitation of others' actions. Loosening of associations, choice (C), is a type of disordered thought in which the patient moves between remotely related ideas. Neologisms, choice (D), are newly invented words.

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