+ Schizophrenia Bernadette Maher Abnormal Psychology and Society.
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+Basic Facts
A mental disorder shrouded in misunderstanding and fear
Chronic, debilitating disorder
Characterized by an inability to distinguish reality
Symptoms include: hallucinations, delusions, inability to think rationally or communicate properly
Treatable by medication and therapy
+Causes
Genetics Typically runs in families
Brain chemistry and structure Certain neurotransmitters play a role
Environment Traumatic events
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