Asked by Mae

How virulent is the disease schizophrenia?

Can someone help me with answering this question? I do not understand what they are asking.
Answered by Ms. Sue
First, let's get the definition of "virulent" from Dictionary.com.

"Medicine/Medical. highly infective; malignant or deadly."

If you don't understand those words, look them up in a dictionary.

You may also need to look up "schizophrenia."

We'll be glad to check your answer.
Answered by Mae
Will this answer be correct?

Schizophrenia is not deadly, but the effects of a schizophrenic episode may turn deadly.
Answered by Ms. Sue
True -- but the deadly effects of schizophrenia are fairly small when compared with many other diseases. I would say that schizophrenia is not very virulent.
Answered by Mae
Thank you !
Answered by Ms. Sue
You're welcome. I suspect the death rates of people with severe depression is greater than for those with schizophrenia.
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