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Childhood Schizophrenia - Risk Factors

Risk Factors For Childhood Schizophrenia

Even though the exact cause of childhood schizophrenia is not known, certain factors have been identified, which could be related to the risk of developing or triggering schizophrenia, including:

  • Having a family history of schizophrenia
  • Exposure to viruses while in the womb
  • Malnutrition while in the womb
  • Stressful life circumstances
  • Trauma or abuse during childhood
  • Older parental age
  • Taking psychoactive drugs during adolescence

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