A lack of responsiveness to the outside world is referred to as ________ in patients with schizophrenia.

A) disorganization
B) catatonia
C) disassociation
D) withdrawal

Catatonia is a state of unresponsiveness to the outside world in patients with schizophrenia. This can include immobility, mutism, and other abnormal motor behavior. Disorganization refers to disorganized thinking, speech, and behavior. Disassociation is a dissociative disorder characterized by a detachment from reality, identity, emotions, and memory. Withdrawal refers to a tendency to avoid social interaction and may be seen in depression or anxiety disorders.