Jeremiah is socially withdrawn, has times when he is inappropriately silly or sad and other bizarre behavior. Jeremiah's parents recall instances of this type of behavior occurring at an early age. Jeremiah is most likely suffering from __________ schizophrenia.
A) paranoid
B) disorganized
C) catatonic
D) undifferentiated

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The symptoms described are characteristic of disorganized schizophrenia, which is marked by disorganized speech and behavior, inappropriate emotional responses, and bizarre or unusual behaviors. Additionally, the fact that Jeremiah's parents recall instances of this type of behavior occurring at an early age suggests that the onset of the disorder was likely in childhood or adolescence, which is consistent with disorganized schizophrenia.

Jeremiah Is Socially Withdrawn, Has Times When He Is Inappropriately