1.1.2—Explanations of schizophrenia

1.1.2 Explanations of schizophrenia.

• biological explanations:.
• genetic.
• biochemical (the dopamine hypothesis).
• psychological (cognitive) explanation.

This matters because —explanations of schizophrenia determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply —explanations of schizophrenia to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: —Explanations of schizophrenia is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.