The involuntary, abrupt interruption of speech or thought is known as ______.
A) blocking
B) clanging
C) neologisms
D) perseveration

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Blocking is defined as the sudden interruption of speech or thought, where the person is unable to continue speaking or thinking. Clanging refers to the use of words or phrases based on sound rather than meaning, neologisms are newly created words, and perseveration is the repetition of a particular response or word.

The Involuntary, Abrupt Interruption of Speech or Thought Is Known