Laura is 17 and has been diagnosed with schizophrenia.Her father often says to her, "You never tell me what's going on in your life.You keep secrets and make terrible mistakes in judgment.I want what's best for you, but you must change your attitude and start behaving like a human being!" The father's comments best illustrate which factor in schizophrenia?

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The father's comments demonstrate expressed emotion, which refers to the level of emotion expressed by the family members of an individual with schizophrenia. High levels of expressed emotion, such as criticism or hostility, have been linked to increased relapse rates and poorer outcomes for individuals with schizophrenia.

Laura Is 17 and Has Been Diagnosed with Schizophrenia