Stephanie Has Been Diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder

question 113

Multiple Choice

Stephanie has been diagnosed with major depressive disorder.While participating in a research study at her university,her brain activity was assessed during a decision-making task.Compared with healthy controls,what difference might the researchers observe in Stephanie's brain activity? 

• A)Her hippocampus and orbitofrontal cortex would have smaller volume. 
• B)Her orbitofrontal cortex would be more active. 
• C)Her left cerebral hemisphere would show increased activity. 
• D)Her anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) would show abnormal activation.

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