A suggested alternative to the current classification of schizophrenic disorders divides them into two main groups based on which criterion?

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If the expected outcome is good or poor.Whether the condition is classified as mild or extreme.The dominance of thought-related abnormalities.The predominance of either negative symptoms or positive symptoms.None of the above.

Explanation

The proposed alternative classification for schizophrenia focuses on categorizing the disorder into two groups depending on whether negative symptoms (such as lack of motivation or emotional expression) or positive symptoms (such as hallucinations and delusions) are more prominent. This approach highlights symptom type rather than severity or prognosis.