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Evidence suggests that prenatal viral infections contribute to

A) depression.
B) anxiety.
C) schizophrenia.
D) drug abuse.

Prenatal Viral Infections

Viruses contracted by the mother during pregnancy that can cross the placental barrier and potentially harm the developing fetus.

Schizophrenia

A chronic brain disorder that affects a person's thinking, feeling, and behavior, leading to psychotic symptoms such as delusions and hallucinations.

  • Understand the biological and environmental factors contributing to schizophrenia.
  • Recognize the influence of prenatal and environmental factors on mental health.
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