Ned's behavior is characterized by fragmented delusions and hallucinations as well as giddiness, nonsensical speech, and lack of hygiene. He is most likely suffering from ______.

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Ned's behavior matches the symptoms of disorganized schizophrenia, which is characterized by disorganized speech and behavior, flattened or inappropriate emotions, and fragmented delusions and hallucinations. Conversion schizophrenia is not a recognized subtype of schizophrenia, and Ned's symptoms do not match the characteristics of paranoid or catatonic schizophrenia.

Ned's Behavior Is Characterized by Fragmented Delusions and Hallucinations as Well