Psychotic Disorders — MCQs

A distinguishing feature of psychotic disorders is

A 22-year-old unmarried man presents with a two-week history of sudden onset of third-person hallucinations. He has become suspicious of his family members and reports decreased sleep and appetite. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Grimacing and Mannerism is characteristic of which subtype of Schizophrenia?

A 30-year-old unmarried woman of average socio-economic background believes that her boss is secretly in love with her. She calls him at odd hours and writes love letters to him despite his serious warnings not to do so. She maintains this belief despite contradictions from family members and his denials. However, she is able to manage her daily activities as before. She is most likely suffering from which psychiatric disorder?

Schizophrenia is caused by overactivity in which of the following dopaminergic systems?

A 41-year-old woman is convinced that management has denied her promotion by preparing false reports about her competence and forging her signature on sensitive documents to convict her. She files a police complaint and requests security, but continues to attend work and manage her household. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Which one of the following is NOT considered a first-rank symptom of schizophrenia?

A 24-year-old occasional alcoholic presents with a change in behavior, including suspiciousness that people are conspiring against him, despite his father stating there is no apparent reason for his fears. He is also experiencing auditory hallucinations where voices comment on his actions. What is the most probable diagnosis?

The defect of conation is typically seen in which type of schizophrenia?

A 24-year-old unmarried male was brought by his family members with complaints of sudden onset of suspiciousness towards his family members and neighbors. He had stopped consuming home-cooked food, stating it was poisoned. He also exhibited restlessness and decreased sleep. What is the most likely diagnosis?