Animal model of schizophrenia

Animal model of schizophrenia (pronunciation: /ˈænɪməl ˈmɒdəl ɒv ˌskɪtsəʊˈfriːniə/) is a type of biomedical research method that uses non-human animals to study the pathophysiology and treatment of schizophrenia.

Etymology

The term "animal model" is derived from the Latin word "animalis" meaning "having breath" and the French word "modèle" meaning "pattern" or "example". "Schizophrenia" is derived from the Greek words "schizein" meaning "to split" and "phren" meaning "mind".

Overview

In an animal model of schizophrenia, researchers induce symptoms similar to those of schizophrenia in animals, typically rodents such as rats or mice, to study the underlying biological mechanisms of the disorder. This model is used to understand the genetic, neurobiological, and environmental factors that contribute to the development of schizophrenia, and to test potential treatments before they are used in humans.

Related Terms

Neurobiology: The study of the nervous system and its structure, function, and disorders.
Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.
Psychopharmacology: The study of the effects of drugs on the mind and behavior.
Rodent model: A type of animal model that uses rodents, typically rats or mice, for biomedical research.
Pathophysiology: The study of the disordered physiological processes that cause, result from, or are otherwise associated with a disease or injury.

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Animal model of schizophrenia