Schizophrenia Concordance Rates in Identical (Monzygotic) Twins Suggest That the Disorder

question 58

Multiple Choice

Schizophrenia concordance rates in identical (monzygotic) twins suggest that the disorder is __________.

• A) primarily inherited (genetic)
• B) primarily a response to nongenetic (environmental) influences.
• C) strongly influenced by both genetic and nongenetic variables
• D) contagious

Understand the historical and conceptual evolution of comparative research frameworks.

Comprehend the definitions and implications of terms like race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status in psychological research.

Recognize the impact of societal constructs and norms on the development of psychological theories.

Identify the role and limitations of descriptive studies in psychological research.

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Definitions:

Parasite

An organism that lives on or in a host organism and gets its food from or at the expense of its host.

Culture and Sensitivity

A laboratory test that involves growing bacteria or other microorganisms from a sample to identify the cause of an infection and determine which antibiotics will effectively treat it.

Acid-Fast Stain

A staining procedure for identifying bacteria that have a waxy cell wall.

Antibiotics

Medicinal substances used to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, crucial for treating bacterial infections.