Why Are Ashkenazi Jews More Susceptible to Certain Hereditary Diseases

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Multiple Choice

Why are Ashkenazi Jews more susceptible to certain hereditary diseases?

• A) They have inherited predispositions and carcinogen exposure.
• B) They have increased occupational exposure and environmental insults.
• C) They are predisposed by exposure to occupational risks.
• D) They have an increased carrier rate for these diseases from their ancestors.
• E) They all have increased errors in DNA proofreading.

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Definitions:

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by an obsessive focus on perceived flaws in one's physical appearance, which are often unnoticeable to others.

OCD-Related Disorder

Mental health conditions that share features with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, including repetitive thoughts and behaviors.

Imagined Flaws

Perceived defects or imperfections in one's appearance that are not observable or appear minor to others.

Hoarding Disorder

A psychological disorder characterized by the persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions, regardless of their actual value, leading to cluttered living spaces.