Biological explanation

Cards (4)

  • Other explanations
    E.g psychological explanations and the use of drugs (cannabis).
  • Practical applications
    Knowledge of biological explanations for SZ leads to development of treatments to reduce symptoms e.g. antipsychotic medication.
  • Reductionism
    However, a reductionist explanation does offer avenues for treatments e.g. drugs
  • Determinism
    Bio explanations suggest SZ is destined and due to a genetic predisposition that a person has no choice over however if we know what could predispose we can identify and intervene earlier as we know who is at risk.