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joblessjake

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Explain why it is thought that genes convey a susceptibility for schizophrenia.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Damage to the cingulum bundle aggravates obsessive-compulsive disorder.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: Schizophrenia is not the result of a single dominant gene nor is it the result of the action of a recessive gene. Adoption and twin studies show heritability of the disorder. A mutation of the DISC-1 gene may result in schizophrenia.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE



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