Mednick's "double strike" hypothesis states that schizophrenia is unlikely to develop unless an individual has both a genetic predisposition for schizophrenia and:
A) significant life stress.
B) prenatal or birth complications.
C) abusive or neglecting parents.
D) a significant brain infection such as meningitis.

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Mednick's "double strike" hypothesis suggests that both a genetic predisposition for schizophrenia and prenatal or birth complications are necessary for schizophrenia to develop.

Mednick's "Double Strike" Hypothesis States That Schizophrenia Is Unlikely to Develop