What are the causes of schizophrenia?
What are the causes of schizophrenia?
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The causes of schizophrenia are largely unknown, although there is no consensus among scientists. Many believe that the disorder is caused by a combination of environmental and genetic factors and can manifest due to a wide range of stressors such as poverty, family discord, trauma or substance abuse. There is evidence suggesting that certain chemical imbalances in the brain might play a role as well as an increase in inflammatory response throughout the body. Some research suggests that exposure to high temperatures around conception may increase the risk for developing schizophrenia. Additionally, individuals who have a parent or sibling with schizophrenia are at greater risk of developing the disorder themselves.
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What are the causes of schizophrenia?
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The exact causes of schizophrenia are still unknown, though research suggests that there may be a combination of genetic, environmental, neurobiological, and social factors at play.  Neurodevelopmental issues during childhood have been linked to the disorder as well as an imbalance in certain brain chemicals and irregularities in specific areas of the brain.
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