Which of the Following Has Been Suggested as a Reason

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been suggested as a reason why adolescent females are depressed more often than adolescent males?

• A)Puberty comes later for girls and that makes them feel more stressed.
• B)Females have a more negative view of their own body than do males.
• C)Males face more discrimination at school than females.
• D)Females are not good at ruminating about their problems.

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Definitions:

Historical Conditions

The specific social, economic, cultural, and political circumstances that existed in a particular era or place, significantly affecting events and developments.

Gender Ideology

A set of beliefs or ideas about the roles, behaviors, and attributes considered appropriate for men and women in a society.

Adolescents

Individuals in the transition stage from childhood to adulthood, typically ranging from ages 13 to 18.

High School

An educational institution for adolescents, typically offering education from grades 9 or 10 through 12, preceding college or university.