Question
How to check the genetic possibility of mental illness?
Answer
Genetic factors play a significant role in the development of schizophrenia. If a father has schizophrenia, his children are at a higher risk of developing the disease. However, this does not mean they will definitely inherit it. Schizophrenia itself is not a genetic disease but is associated with various factors, including genetics, environment, and life experiences. Psychosis has been linked to triggers such as the death of parents since 2005, which could be one of the causes of schizophrenia. Current medical guidelines indicate that although there is a genetic predisposition, not all descendants of affected individuals will necessarily develop the disease.