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Which of the Following Statements Regarding Schizophrenia Is

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Which of the following statements regarding schizophrenia is ?
A.Twin studies show a higher concordance rate for schizophrenia for identical twins than for fraternal twins.
B.Schizophrenia shows a concordance rate in identical twins of approximately 70 percent.
C.Adoption studies show higher concordance rates with biological parents than with adoptive parents.
D.Relatives who are direct relatives of a person diagnosed with schizophrenia are at greater risk for developing the disorder.


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Genetic Influences

Effects on the phenotype or characteristics of an organism due to the expression of genes inherited from its parents.

Sexual Orientation

A lasting pattern of attraction that can be emotional, romantic, or sexual toward men, women, both genders, neither gender, or a different gender, coupled with a personal identity that aligns with these attractions.

Refractory Periods

Phases following certain physiological processes (e.g., nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction) during which a second response cannot be triggered.

Erotic Stimuli

Visual, auditory, or tactile inputs that elicit sexual arousal or desire.

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