The notion that schizophrenia may be caused by a virus is:
A) an outdated theory
B) supported in studies of pregnant women
C) supported by adoption studies
D) a current theory but there is no research support for it at this time

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Studies have shown that viral infections during pregnancy may increase the risk of the child developing schizophrenia later in life, supporting the theory that a virus could be a contributing factor.

The Notion That Schizophrenia May Be Caused by a Virus