Experiencing starvation during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of the offspring developing schizophrenia.

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Studies have shown a correlation between maternal starvation during pregnancy and an increased risk of offspring developing schizophrenia later in life. It is believed that this may be due to epigenetic changes and brain development disruption that occur during periods of famine.

Experiencing Starvation During Pregnancy Is Associated with an Increased Risk