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What is the concordance rate for schizophrenia in monozygotic (MZ) twins?

A) Twelve percent for mild forms of schizophrenia
B) Between 35 and 50 percent for the most severe forms of schizophrenia
C) Compiled results of several studies indicate a rate of 46 percent
D) Compiled results of several studies indicate a rate of 14 percent

Concordance Rate

A measure used in genetics and psychology that indicates the likelihood of two related individuals (usually twins) both having a particular trait or disorder.

Schizophrenia

An acute psychiatric condition manifesting in thinking and perception anomalies, emotional disturbances, linguistic issues, altered self-concept, and behavioral changes.

Monozygotic Twins

Twins that develop from a single fertilized egg, sharing 100% of their genetic information; also known as identical twins.

  • Appreciate the complexities of twin studies in understanding the genetic vs. environmental influences in schizophrenia.
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