The link between risk for _______ and _______ is an example of an endophenotype.

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An endophenotype is a genetic or biological trait that is associated with a particular disorder, but may be more closely linked to the underlying genetic or biological mechanisms of the disorder than the disorder itself. Jerky eye movements (also known as eye tracking dysfunction) have been identified as an endophenotype for schizophrenia, as they are present in unaffected family members of individuals with schizophrenia and may be related to abnormalities in certain brain regions.

The Link Between Risk for _______ and _______ Is an Example

The Link Between Risk for _ and _ Is an Example