John is difficult to understand when he speaks. Specifically, his comments are illogical, and he frequently shows signs of delusional ideas, such as the idea that his thoughts were placed there by someone else. What is the most likely diagnostic category for John based on this information?
A) Anxiety disorders.
B) Schizophrenia.
C) Dissociative disorders.
D) Somatoform disorders.

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John's symptoms suggest he may be experiencing cognitive and perceptual disturbances commonly associated with schizophrenia, such as illogical thinking and delusions. Anxiety disorders, dissociative disorders, and somatoform disorders are less likely to explain his symptoms.

John Is Difficult to Understand When He Speaks