Disturbances in affect in schizophrenia ______.

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Affect disturbances, or disruptions in emotional expression, are actually quite common in schizophrenia. They may include a lack of emotional expression (flat affect), inappropriate or odd emotional displays, or "negative" symptoms such as avolition (a lack of motivation or drive). These disturbances are not necessarily linked to comorbid mood disorders and can be present in individuals with schizophrenia from a young age. Extreme emotional displays, such as hysterical laughter, do not necessarily reflect affect disturbances in schizophrenia.

Disturbances in Affect in Schizophrenia ______