Schizotypal personality disorder

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Risk factors

By Mayo Clinic staff

Factors that appear to increase the risk of schizotypal personality disorder include:

  • Having a relative who has schizophrenia or schizotypal personality disorder
  • Experiencing neglect or abuse during childhood
  • Experiencing trauma during childhood
  • Having an emotionally detached parent
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