1. Why might a person who has paranoia refuse a Project Reachout sandwich, even if he is hungry? Why is Margarita Lopez trying to act casual and hide her delight until she gets inside the van when the man takes the sandwich?

 

 

 

2. The doctor from the twin study at NIMH compares schizophrenia to organic mental disorders (i.e., Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis) when, as far as is now known, schizophreniz is a functional disorder. Explain the difference between these two concepts (organic vs. functional).

 

 

3. David is very typical of severely disturbed persons. He is articulate, his does not have intellectual disabilities, and his logic is (to him) a good closed system. Explain his atitude toward shelters for the homeless.

 

 

4. Why is a patient allowed to be awake during a lobotomy?

 

5. What did you learn about applying Freudian theories to schizophrenia? What was your reaction to Dr. Phyllis Meadow's explanation of the origins of schizophrenia?

 

 

6. Imagine yourself interacting with Marge or with David. What would be their reactions if you teased with them or were sarcastic?