The risk of schizophrenia in individuals living in urban conditions ___________ of their life was greater than that observed in residents of rural areas.

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Research has shown that exposure to urban environments during the first 15 years of life is associated with a higher risk of developing schizophrenia compared to those living in rural areas. This period is critical for brain development, and the increased stimuli and stressors of urban living may contribute to the elevated risk.

The Risk of Schizophrenia in Individuals Living in Urban Conditions