A mental health nurse is aware that the etiology of schizophrenia is still not fully understood, despite rigorous research. Which of the following groups of theories is currently believed to best explain the etiology of schizophrenia?
A) Behavioral
B) Cognitive
C) Family system
D) Biologic
Ans: D
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Schizophrenia is thought to have multiple etiologies. The overwhelming body of scientific evidence suggests that schizophrenia is a brain disease. Computed tomography scanning and magnetic resonance imaging have shown frequent enlargement of the lateral cerebral brain ventricles in people with schizophrenia.
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