The Negative Symptoms Of Schizophrenia. (Yeah, this is Thomas right now.) “Negative” symptoms of schizophrenia refer to the absence of normal behaviors found in healthy individuals. Common negative symptoms of schizophrenia include: ◾Lack of emotional expression –Inexpressive face, including a flat voice, lack of eye contact, and blank or restricted facial expressions. ◾Lack of interest or enthusiasm – Problems with motivation; lack of self-care. ◾Seeming lack of interest in the world – Apparent unawareness of the environment; social withdrawal. ◾Speech difficulties and abnormalities – Inability to carry a conversation; short and sometimes disconnected replies to questions; speaking in monotone. (From HelpGuide.org)
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