The primary feature of ______ schizophrenia is severe disturbance of motor behavior

A) disorganized
B) catatonic
C) residual
D) paranoid

Answer: B
Rationale: Symptoms of catatonic schizophrenia include episodes in which a person remains mute and immobile—sometimes in bizarre positions—for extended periods. Individuals may also exhibit repetitive, purposeless movements. While some of these symptoms can occur with other types of schizophrenia, motor symptoms are most closely associated catatonic schizophrenia.

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