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Leon is highly anxious because his identical twin brother, Marcus, has recently been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Their maternal uncle also suffered from the condition. Leon's doctor explains that while Leon has a genetic vulnerability, biological factors are complex, involving multiple genes, specific brain structures, and chemical messengers in the brain.

Discuss genetic and neural explanations for schizophrenia. Refer to Leon and Marcus in your answer.

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