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Development of Schizophrenia

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The development of schizophrenia refers to the onset and progression of a severe mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thinking, emotions, perceptions, and behavior. It typically involves symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech or behavior, and impaired cognitive abilities.

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