Treating a patient with schizophrenia with a drug that decreases dopamine activity too greatly could lead to symptoms of ____.
A) Parkinson's disease
B) autism
C) anxiety
D) dissociative identity disorder

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Decreased dopamine activity is associated with symptoms of Parkinson's disease, which includes tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia (slowness of movement). A drug that decreases dopamine activity too greatly could lead to these symptoms in a patient with schizophrenia, as well as potentially worsening psychotic symptoms. It is important to find the right balance of dopamine activity in treating schizophrenia.

Treating a Patient with Schizophrenia with a Drug That Decreases