What do we know about the causes of schizophrenia?

Learn the causes of schizophrenia and how to screen for them.

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk.
Medically reviewed by Megan Burke, MD.
Updated onNovember, 2026

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Written by Jameson Kowalczyk.
Medically reviewed by Megan Burke, MD.
Updated onNovember, 2026

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  • What causes schizophrenia?

  • What you need to know about schizophrenia

  • What do we know about the causes of schizophrenia?

  • What are risk factors for schizophrenia?

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