Dr White Reads About a New Theory That States That

question 6

Multiple Choice

Dr. White reads about a new theory that states that depression is caused by increased levels of estrogen in the womb. To test this theory, she conducted a study comparing the level of estrogen in amniotic fluid in individuals who were later diagnosed with depression with the level of those who did not develop depression. Dr. White found no differences between the groups in estrogen levels in the amniotic fluid.
What should Dr. White do next?

• A)Evaluate the ways in which her study differed from previous studies that supported this theory
• B)Work with a journalist to write a magazine article claiming they have disproved the previous theory
• C)Develop a new theory of what causes depression
• D)Start altering treatments for depression based on her findings

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