Which Piece of Evidence, If Found, Would MOST STRONGLY Refute

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which piece of evidence, if found, would MOST STRONGLY refute Beck's assumptions about depression?

• A) A cross-cultural study showing that the symptoms of depression differ across cultures
• B) A study from molecular biology showing that specific genes are linked to depression
• C) A case study about an individual who is depressed but does not engage in negative thinking
• D) An experiment showing that people who engage in negative thinking do not become depressed

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Definitions:

Mania

A mental state characterized by extremely elevated mood, energy, and unusual thought patterns, often seen in bipolar disorder.

Negative Mood

A general, enduring state of mind characterized by negative emotions such as sadness, anxiety, or irritability.

Critical Thinking

Thinking that does not blindly accept arguments and conclusions. Rather, it examines assumptions, appraises the source, discerns hidden biases, evaluates evidence, and assesses conclusions.

DSM-5

The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, which is a standardized classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals in the U.S.