The Gender Difference in _____ Is NOT an Important Contributor

question 146

Multiple Choice

The gender difference in _____ is NOT an important contributor to the difference in rates of depression in adolescent females and males.

• A) academic achievement
• B) likelihood of rumination
• C) concern with physical appearance
• D) difficulty with the biological changes of adolescence

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Definitions:

Behavior Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that focuses on changing negative behaviors into positive ones through various techniques.

Psychological Disorders

Mental health conditions characterized by persistent changes in mood, behavior, and cognitive functions, impacting daily life.

Psychological Health

The aspect of overall health that involves emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting how we think, feel, and act.

Negative Thoughts

Automatic and pessimistic assessments about oneself, one's future, or the world, often associated with depressive and anxiety disorders.