Which of the Following Has NOT Been Proposed as a Factor

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has NOT been proposed as a factor associated with the development of schizophrenic disorders?

• A) neurological damage during prenatal development
• B) excessive levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine
• C) structural abnormalities in the brain
• D) inadequate social skills

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