The Finding That the Offspring of a Schizophrenic Parent Raised

question 119

Multiple Choice

The finding that the offspring of a schizophrenic parent raised by a non-schizophrenic, adoptive parent is just as likely to be diagnosed with the disorder later in life as an offspring raised by his/her schizophrenic parent supports which of the following?

• A) There is a stronger environmental contribution to schizophrenia
• B) There is a stronger genetic contribution to schizophrenia
• C) Neither the environment or genetics contribute to schizophrenia
• D) Both the environment and genetics contribute equally

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Definitions:

Carvedilol

A medication used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure, functioning as a beta-blocker that also dilates blood vessels.

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PO

A medical abbreviation for "per os," Latin for "by mouth," indicating that medication or food should be taken orally.

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