While genetics play a role in schizophrenia risk, the condition is influenced by multiple factors including genes, environment, and life experiences. The risk increases based on how closely related you are to someone with schizophrenia:

• If one parent has schizophrenia: 10-15% risk
• If both parents have schizophrenia Show Full Answer

While genetics play a role in schizophrenia risk, the condition is influenced by multiple factors including genes, environment, and life experiences. The risk increases based on how closely related you are to someone with schizophrenia:

• If one parent has schizophrenia: 10-15% risk
• If both parents have schizophrenia: 35-46% risk
• In identical twins (100% shared DNA): 40-50% risk
• In fraternal twins (50% shared DNA): about 12.5% risk Other factors that can influence schizophrenia risk include:

• Being born in late winter/early spring
• Having a father over age 50
• Immune system issues
• Brain structure differences
• Early life stress or trauma
• Birth complications

Remember that having risk factors doesn't mean someone will definitely develop schizophrenia. It's a complex condition with no single cause.

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