The causation of schizophrenia is currently understood to be
A. a combination of inherited and nongenetic factors.
B. excessive amounts of the neurotransmitter dopamine.
C. excessive amounts of the neurotransmitter serotonin.
D. stress related.
Answer: A. a combination of inherited and nongenetic factors.
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1. Beta cells. 2. Alpha cells. 3. Delta cells. 4. PP cells.
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a. Expressing anger at a situation or person b. Suggesting a plan to hurt oneself c. Crying off and on for several hours or days d. Sleeping for 12 hours or longer daily
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