The term schizophrenia means: (A) Free mind, (B) Euphoric mind, (C) Split mind, (D) Confused mind
Answer is C. the term SCHOZPHRENIA means SPLIT MIND this was given by Eugene Bleuler it means that there is a split in the components of the mind the split is between the thoughts, cognition and behavior. Reference: Kaplon and sadock, 11 th edition, synopsis of psychiatry, 11 th edition, pg no. 301