A person with schizophrenia who says, "It's cold today. My cold is better but I got it from the nurse. She is a blonde who lives in Manhattan. I live in Manhattan with Jimmy Carter," is experiencing:

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The statement shows loose associations, as it jumps from topic to topic without a clear connection between them. The person talks about the weather, their health, a nurse, her hair color, her location, and then jumps to their own residence and a former president without any clear logical connection.

A Person with Schizophrenia Who Says, "It's Cold Today