Which Statement About Gender Differences in Adolescent Depression Is True

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Multiple Choice

Which statement about gender differences in adolescent depression is true?

• A) Besides greater stress reactivity, boys' gender-typed coping styles make them more prone to depression.
• B) Girls with either an androgynous or a "masculine" gender identity show low rates of depressive symptoms.
• C) Adolescents who identify strongly with "feminine" traits ruminate more and report fewer depressive symptoms.
• D) Adolescents who identify strongly with "masculine" traits ruminate more and tend to be more depressed.

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Definitions:

Central Traits

Traits that have a disproportionate influence on the configuration of final impressions, in Asch’s configural model of impression formation.

Generous

Characterized by a readiness to give more of something, such as money or time, than is strictly necessary or expected.

Warm

Warmth is often described as a personality characteristic indicating friendliness, empathy, and kindness towards others.

Kurt Lewin

A psychologist known for his pioneering work in social, organizational, and applied psychology, including the development of field theory.