Which of the Following Is an Explanation for the Higher

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an explanation for the higher rates of mental illness of women compared to men?

• A) Exposure
• B) Vulnerability
• C) Focus on depressive disorders
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Attention Seeking

Behaviors aimed at drawing attention or garnering sympathy from others.

Histrionic Personality

A personality disorder characterized by a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe a person’s typical thoughts, emotional responses, and behaviors.

Learned Characteristics

Traits or behaviors not inherent at birth but developed through interactions with the environment and experiences.