Patrick says, "I'm afraid to go to my in-laws' house because I hate them. Whenever I go there, they can hear whenever I think how much I hate them and that I think they should clean their house." What schizophrenic symptom is Patrick displaying?
A) thought withdrawal
B) delusions of reference
C) nihilistic delusions
D) thought broadcasting

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Patrick is displaying thought broadcasting, which is the belief that others can hear or are aware of an individual's thoughts. This is a common symptom in schizophrenia.

Patrick Says, "I'm Afraid to Go to My In-Laws' House