Ernest is experiencing the following symptoms: hallucinations of rabid ostriches attacking him,beliefs that the Superbowl will be won based on his wearing one team's jersey over any other,and beliefs that his dog is preventing his thoughts.These are examples of ____ symptoms of schizophrenia.

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Hallucinations (perceiving things that aren't real) and delusions (false beliefs) are examples of positive symptoms of schizophrenia. These symptoms involve the addition or distortion of normal functioning.

Ernest Is Experiencing the Following Symptoms: Hallucinations of Rabid Ostriches