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Hardship Tied to Brain Changes Linked with Schizophrenia-Spectrum Risk

Hardship Tied to Brain Changes Linked with Schizophrenia-Spectrum Risk

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and UCSF report that childhood trauma, poverty, and social isolation correlate with brain alterations associated with schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. The findings could help identify at‑risk individuals earlier and guide preventive interventions before severe symptoms emerge.

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Adverse life experiences alter brain structure linked to schizophrenia