Asked by Hanna Captain on Jun 11, 2024

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In summarizing the research on frontal lobe deficiency, one could interpret the research of Lara Davidson (2003) as suggesting that

A) frontal brain impairment probably affects some patients with schizophrenia, but the impairment is not a necessary part of the syndrome.
B) frontal brain impairment probably affects very few patients with schizophrenia, and is not a necessary part of the syndrome.
C) frontal brain impairment probably affects all patients with schizophrenia, and is a necessary part of the syndrome.
D) an abnormally working frontal brain does not appear to be related at all to the symptoms presented by patients with schizophrenia.
E) only the positive symptoms of the illness reflect an abnormally working frontal brain.

Frontal Lobe Deficiency

Refers to impairments in the frontal lobe of the brain, which can affect decision making, problem solving, impulse control, and social behavior.

Schizophrenia

A chronic mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

  • Recognize the various abnormalities and impairments associated with schizophrenia.
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Celenia SampsonJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Lara Davidson's research suggests that while frontal brain impairment may affect some patients with schizophrenia, it is not a necessary part of the syndrome. Therefore, option A is the best choice.