MRI Imaging Studies of the Brains of Monozygotic Twins in Which

question 108

Short Answer

MRI imaging studies of the brains of monozygotic twins in which only one twin has schizophrenia have shown that the affected twin's brain often exhibits _______.

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Definitions:

Depression

A mental disorder distinguished by a. long-lasting despondent mood or a disconnection from joy in usual engagements, critically impairing routine life.

Positive Reinforcers

A stimulus which, when presented after a behavior, increases the probability of that behavior being repeated.

Ovarian Hormones

Hormones produced by the ovaries, including estrogen and progesterone, that regulate reproductive functions and influence other physiological processes.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, digestion, sleep, and other important bodily functions.