Schizophrenia


Aetiology

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Evidence for the Aetological Theories: Brain Structure Abnormalities

Various factors during fetal and childhood development of the brain may result in altered brain structure. Consistent findings in adults diagnosed with schizophrenia include:

  • Enlarged lateral ventricles
  • Thinning of superior temporal gyrus
  • Thinner medial temporal structures such as hippocampus