The Finding That Prenatal Viral Exposure, Rhesus Incompatibility, and Early

question 99

Multiple Choice

The finding that prenatal viral exposure, rhesus incompatibility, and early nutritional deficiency are associated with an increased risk of developing schizophrenia indicates that ________

• A) genes do not play a role in vulnerability to schizophrenia.
• B) anything that interferes with normal brain development might lead to a greater risk of schizophrenia.
• C) environmental factors are more important than genetic factors when it comes to determining who is likely to develop schizophrenia.
• D) the results of twin studies reflect the impact of a shared prenatal environment, not shared genes.

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Definitions:

Muscular Strength

The capacity of a muscle or muscle group to exert force against resistance.

Bedridden

A condition in which a person is unable to leave their bed due to illness, disability, or frailty, requiring assistance for daily activities.

Isokinetic

Referring to muscular action performed with a constant speed of movement, often used in physical therapy and exercise equipment to assess and improve muscle strength.

Anaerobic

Relating to or involving muscular activity that does not require oxygen, often resulting in the production of lactic acid.