Environmental factors such as viral infections can "turn on" specific genes that increase one's risk of schizophrenia.This best illustrates the impact of

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The concept of epigenetics refers to how environmental factors such as viral infections can cause changes in gene expression without altering the underlying DNA sequence. This can lead to increased risk for certain disorders such as schizophrenia. Linkage analysis is a technique used to identify genes involved in certain traits or diseases, but it is not relevant to the impact of environmental factors on gene expression. An impaired theory of mind and dissociation are psychological concepts that are not directly related to this biological process.

Environmental Factors Such as Viral Infections Can "Turn On" Specific