The Brains of Persons with Schizophrenia Are Usually Smaller Than

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Multiple Choice

The brains of persons with schizophrenia are usually smaller than normal, indicating that they have fewer neurons.Thus, according to Toro and Deakin, the key to treating this mental disorder may involve new therapies that promote

• A) ablation.
• B) neurogenesis.
• C) lateralization.
• D) localization of function.

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