Ethel's conversations are hard to follow. She doesn't stay on the same topic, and there is no logical transition between topics. Ethel's speech is probably an example of _____.

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Ethel's speech is likely an example of derailment, which is a symptom of schizophrenia. It is characterized by rapid shifts from one topic to another without any logical connection between them. Option B) alogia refers to reduced speech output, Option C) neologism refers to the use of made-up words or phrases, and Option D) avolition refers to a lack of motivation or inability to complete tasks.

Ethel's Conversations Are Hard to Follow