Which of the Following Statements Regarding Cultural Differences in Depression

question 213

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding cultural differences in depression is true?

• A)Depression rarely ever occurs in developing countries.
• B)Compared to industrialized countries, women have an even greater likelihood of becoming depressed in developing countries.
• C)Similar sex differences in depression have been observed in developing countries and in industrialized countries.
• D)Unlike industrialized countries, no sex differences in depression have been observed in developing countries.

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Definitions:

Anorexia

An eating disorder characterized by an abnormally low body weight, intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted perception of body weight or shape.

Overeating

Consuming food in quantities greater than the body's energy requirements, often leading to weight gain and potentially obesity.

Cognitive Sex Difference

Variability between males and females in aspects of cognitive functioning, such as spatial reasoning or verbal abilities.

Spatial Behavior

The way an organism interacts with its environment, particularly in terms of movement and the use of space.