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What are the causes of schizophrenia?
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The precise causes of schizophrenia are not yet known, but it is thought to be caused by a combination of environmental and genetic factors. Studies indicate that a number of conditions, both physical and emotional, may contribute to its development, such as an unstable home environment in childhood, traumatic experiences, and certain types of brain lesions. Research suggests that a person with a genetic predisposition toward schizophrenia may be vulnerable to the illness when exposed to specific stressors and environmental influences.