Which of the following is the most common cause of premature death in Schizophrenia?
Correct Answer: Suicide
Description: Suicide is the most common cause of premature death. Around 20-50% of patients with schizophrenia attempt suicide and around 5-10% of patients with schizophrenia commit suicide. If you have to chose a single figure, the best answer would be 10% of patients with schizophrenia commit suicide. The most impoant factor for suicide in schizophrenia is the presence of a major depressive episode.
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