As compared to the offspring of fathers age 25 and under, children of fathers in the 45-to-49 age group are about twice as likely to develop schizophrenia.

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This statement is true. Studies have shown that there is a higher risk of schizophrenia in children of older fathers, particularly those over 45 years old. However, it is important to note that this increased risk is still relatively small and the vast majority of children of older fathers do not develop schizophrenia.

As Compared to the Offspring of Fathers Age 25 and Under