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...strategies in the search for some biological basis for schizophrenia is to locate abnormalities... Read more »

Was Mother to Blame? Ideas about Social Environment & Relapse in Schizophrenia

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Schizophrenia: Causes

CausesNo single cause can account for schizophrenia. Rather, it appears to be the result of multiple causes such as genetic factors, environmental and psychological assaults, and possible hormonal... Read more »

Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Diagnosis

DiagnosisA diagnosis of restless legs syndrome or nocturnal leg cramps often relies solely on the patient's description of symptoms. In general, the recommended approach is first to take a sleep and... Read more »

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DiagnosisIt is very difficult to diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome. Even experts do not have a clear definition of what chronic fatigue actually is or what mechanisms in the brain or nervous system... Read more »

Alcoholism: Treatment for Alcoholism

for AlcoholismOnce a diagnosis of alcoholism is made, the next major step is getting the patient to seek treatment. One study reported that the main reasons alcoholics do not seek treatment... Read more »

Schizophrenia: Risk Factors

...schizophrenia rather than a cause. Nevertheless, low income and poverty increases the risk for delayed diagnosis and treatment, and such delays could lead to more severe disease in patients with... Read more »

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