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Schizoaffective Disorder : Causes

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Schizoaffective disorder
The exact cause of schizoaffective disorder is unknown. Changes in genes and chemicals in the brain(neurotransmitters) may play a role.Schizoaffective disorder is believed to be less common than schizophrenia and mood disorders.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 6, 2008
Schizoaffective disorder
Because clear identification of schizoaffective disorder has traditionally been challenging, scientists have conducted far less research relating to the disorder than studies relating to schizophrenia or mood disorders. However, there are indicat...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disorders
Schizoaffective Disorder
The cause of schizoaffective disorder remains unknown and subject to continuing speculation. Some investigators believe schizoaffective disorder is associated with schizophrenia and may be caused by a similar biological predisposition.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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