Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE Regarding the Correlation

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the correlation between depression and higher death rates

• A)A depressed person may be more likely to engage in unhealthy behaviors.
• B)Depression may influence the production of epinephrine, thus suppressing the body's immune system.
• C)Depressed individuals may be more likely to engage in substance abuse.
• D)Depression may cause a significant increase in the hormone dopamine, which has been linked to higher death rates.

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