Which of the following factors is a predictor of your risk for hospitalization for schizophrenia?
A) your religious preference
B) smoking more than 10 cigarettes per day
C) whether you had served in the military
D) consuming at least 10 diet drinks per day
E) having a friend who developed schizophrenia

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Studies have shown that smoking is a strong predictor of hospitalization for schizophrenia, increasing the risk by up to 70%. The other factors listed have not been shown to be significant predictors of hospitalization for schizophrenia.

Which of the Following Factors Is a Predictor of Your