Monday, 17 December 2012

Scientists Explore Link Between Schizophrenia and Social Inequality

According to a recent study schizophrenia is more common in urban neighbourhoods with increased deprivation, population density and inequality. Dr James Kirkbride, lead author of the study from the University of Cambridge, said: "Although we already know that schizophrenia tends to be elevated in more urban communities, it was unclear why. Our research suggests that more densely populated, more deprived and less equal communities experience higher rates of ...

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