The Usual Age of Onset for Schizophrenia Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

The usual age of onset for schizophrenia is

• A) before puberty.
• B) 15 to 35 years.
• C) 40 to 65 years.
• D) after 65 years.

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Definitions:

Sociocultural Explanations

Theories that emphasize the impact of societal and cultural factors on individual behavior and mental processes.

Schizophrenia

A mental state characterized by changes in thinking, emotions, communication, self-perception, and behavior.

Dopamine Activation

The process by which dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward, is released and binds to its receptors in the brain.

Reinforced Behavior

Behavior that is strengthened and likely to be repeated due to the application of rewards or removal of negative stimuli.