Some Researchers Have Found Disorganization of Cells in the Hippocampus

question 149

Multiple Choice

Some researchers have found disorganization of cells in the hippocampus in some schizophrenics.Which of the following is the most likely inference based on this finding?

• A) Because the organization of cells occurs before birth,schizophrenia cannot be blamed on childrearing practices.
• B) There must be a single gene that has caused this error in development.
• C) The hippocampus must be responsible for the hallucinations some schizophrenics have.
• D) We can expect that persons with poor prenatal care are more apt to have schizophrenic children.

Understand the characteristics and differences between Type I and Type II schizophrenia.

Identify and describe various mental health disorders, such as schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

Recognize the symptoms and diagnostic features of mental health disorders.

Explain the role of neurotransmitters in mental health and the impact of their imbalance on disorders.

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