James was abused as a child,and as he grew into his teens,he began to withdraw from others.When James reached the age of 21,he was clearly exhibiting all the negative symptoms of schizophrenia.He is not responding to medication.James is demonstrating ________ schizophrenia.

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Chronic schizophrenia refers to cases where the negative symptoms (such as withdrawal and inability to experience pleasure) are pronounced and persistent, and where the person does not respond well to medication. In contrast, acute schizophrenia typically involves more severe positive symptoms (such as hallucinations and delusions) that may respond better to treatment. Dissociative and paranoid schizophrenia are not accurate descriptions of James' symptoms.

James Was Abused as a Child,and as He Grew into His