According to the cognitive-behavioral view of schizophrenia, an early step in the "rational path to madness" is:
A) telling others about the unusual sensations and being told that the experiences aren't real.
B) hiding the experience of unusual sensations from others for fear of being labeled as ill.
C) seeking input from a trained therapist or medical physician.
D) seeking ways to increase the frequency of the unusual experiences in an effort to "normalize" them.

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According to the cognitive-behavioral view, an early step in the development of schizophrenia involves the individual experiencing unusual sensations and telling others about them, only to be told that these experiences aren't real. This can contribute to a sense of isolation and confusion, potentially exacerbating the condition.

According to the Cognitive-Behavioral View of Schizophrenia, an Early Step