The finding that the highest rates of schizophrenia are found among people who are born during the winter supports which theory of schizophrenia?
A) viral theory
B) genetic theory
C) dopamine theory
D) biochemical theory

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The viral theory of schizophrenia suggests that exposure to viruses during prenatal development, particularly in the winter months when viral infections are more common, may increase the risk of developing schizophrenia later in life. This theory is supported by the observed higher rates of schizophrenia among individuals born during the winter.

The Finding That the Highest Rates of Schizophrenia Are Found