Asked by Kelsi Whitehead on Jun 13, 2024
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Donald's parents and two brothers have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, and so he is at elevated risk for this diagnosis himself. If he develops schizophrenia, at what age range would he likely be diagnosed? When is schizophrenia typically diagnosed?
A) in the late teens and early 20s
B) in early childhood-that is, before the age of 12
C) in infancy
D) around age 40
Schizophrenia
A severe mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thought, perception, and behavior, leading to a disconnect from reality.
Late Teens
The age period that typically encompasses ages 17 to 19, marking the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
Early Childhood
A period in human development that typically ranges from birth to eight years old, crucial for cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Understand the roles of genetics and environment in the risk and development of schizophrenia.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the roles of genetics and environment in the risk and development of schizophrenia.
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