What are the predisposing factors of schizophrenia ?
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The actual causes of schizophrenia are not fully understood. There are many factors that normally contribute to the onset of schizophrenia. These include abnormalities in brain chemistry, heredity, abnormalities in the brain, and complications during pregnancy and birth. Abnormal functioning of neurRead more
The actual causes of schizophrenia are not fully understood. There are many factors that normally contribute to the onset of schizophrenia. These include abnormalities in brain chemistry, heredity, abnormalities in the brain, and complications during pregnancy and birth. Abnormal functioning of neurotransmitters such as dopamine can cause schizophrenia. Schizophrenia tends to run in families. If a parent has the disorder, the offsprings are susceptible to the disease. Abnormalities such as shrinkage in the brain, or circuitry dysfunction can cause schizophrenia. Chances of a child getting Schizophrenia are increased by infection or malnutrition during pregnancy and complications during birth such as brain injury.
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