Susan has withdrawn from social contact with others. She spends most of her time alone in her bedroom. She has stopped going to her job and no longer talks to her family on the phone. Additionally, Susan neglects her personal hygiene and rarely bathes, brushes her teeth, or changes clothes. Susan's behavior BEST illustrates which of the following symptoms of schizophrenia?

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Susan's withdrawal from social contact, neglect of personal hygiene, and cessation of work activities are indicative of a deterioration of adaptive behavior, which is a symptom of schizophrenia. This encompasses difficulties in performing daily activities and maintaining basic standards of self-care and social functioning.

Susan Has Withdrawn from Social Contact with Others