What Is the Relationship Between Family Dysfunction and Schizophrenia

question 60

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between family dysfunction and schizophrenia?

• A) Family dysfunction is a major causative factor for schizophrenia.
• B) Family dysfunction plays a minor role in developing schizophrenia.
• C) Research has failed to substantiate a direct causal link between family dysfunction and schizophrenia.
• D) Research has substantiated a link between family dysfunction and schizophrenia but can't say which causes the other.

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Definitions:

Psychomotor Retardation

A slowing-down of thought and a reduction of physical movements in an individual, often an indicator of major depression or other psychiatric disorders.

Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by uncontrollable, recurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that the individual feels the urge to repeat.

Panic Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and ongoing concern about having more attacks or changing behavior to avoid them.

Somatic Disorder

A mental disorder that manifests as physical symptoms which are not fully explained by a general medical condition, drug use, or another mental disorder.