Problem

Solutions For Abnormal Psychology Chapter 10 Problem 14TY

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Solution 1

Schizophrenia is a complex disorder and the symptoms are quite dramatic and not easily understood. There are factors that lead to onset of schizophrenia

• Biological

• Psychological

• Social and environmental factors.

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Hence the option b is not correct.

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In a study it is clearly explained that this disorder is not developed because of poor or bad parenting.

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Hence the options c and d are not correct.

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Genetics play a key role in the development of schizophrenia. This disorder usually runs in the families. Genetically the risk of developing a disorder is 15% if one parent has that disorder and 50% if both the parents have that disorder.

The rates of concordance that both twins having this disorder are higher among identical twins that is 60 to 84% compared to the fraternal twins.

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Hence the correct option is.