Concept explainers
a.
To write:
A summary of the contribution that twin studies and genomic analysis have played in understanding schizophrenia.
Concept introduction:
Schizophrenia is a collection of mental disorders. Generally, this disorder is chronic in nature. Individuals who are affected by this disorder have difficulty in thinking. This disorder also affects the feelings and normal behaviors of an affected individual. The symptoms of this disorder are seen during the late adolescent stage or early childhood.
b.
To define:
The value of samples from monozygotic and dizygotic twins using genomic analysis and enhancing research on schizophrenia.
Concept introduction:
Schizophrenia is a collection of mental disorders. Generally, this disorder is chronic in nature. Individuals who are affected by this disorder have difficulty in thinking. This disorder also affects the feelings and normal behaviors of an affected individual. The symptoms of this disorder are seen during the late adolescent stage or early childhood.
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