The Life-Expectancy Gap Between Men and Women Is Shrinking Because

question 20

Multiple Choice

The life-expectancy gap between men and women is shrinking because ______ are ______ likely to participate in health-compromising behaviors.

• A) men; decreasingly
• B) men; increasingly
• C) women; decreasingly
• D) women; increasingly

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Definitions:

Depression

A behavioral health condition defined by a long-term depression or a disinterest in actions, heavily impairing regular daily activities.

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

A medical treatment primarily used for severe depression which involves inducing seizures in patients through electrical currents.

Depression

A mental syndrome characterized by a perpetual feeling of unhappiness or a lack of interest in tasks, causing substantial interference in day-to-day chores.

Mindfulness

The practice of being aware and present in the moment without judgment.