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Describe the Three Kinds of Research Studies (Twin, Adoptee, and Family)

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Describe the three kinds of research studies (twin, adoptee, and family) that focus on the etiological factors in schizophrenia.How do these studies help to separate genetic from environmental influences? Explain what is meant by a "marker" for schizophrenia.Describe the evidence for one such marker.


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Histrionic Personality Disorder

A personality disorder in which an individual displays a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention seeking. Once called hysterical personality disorder.

Personality Disorders

A group of mental health conditions characterized by enduring patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience that deviate significantly from the expectations of an individual's culture.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A psychiatric disorder where the individual persistently fails to respect moral principles and is apathetic towards others' rights and sentiments.

Safety Of Others

The protection and well-being of individuals other than oneself.

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