NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Negative symptoms of schizophrenia primarily reflect a decrease in:

Hallucinations
Delusions
Motivation and emotional expression
Disorganized behavior

The correct answer is: Motivation and emotional expression

Negative symptoms of schizophrenia refer to the reduction or absence of normal function, and can be split into two categories 1) reduced motivation (avolition) and 2) reduced emotional expression (apathy). This means that individuals with schizophrenia may experience a decrease in motivation to engage in tasks or activities and a decrease in emotional expression or response. None of the other options, including hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized behavior, reflect a decrease in these specific areas and therefore are not the primary focus of negative symptoms in schizophrenia.