Which Would Provide the BEST Evidence for the Cognitive Explanation

question 169

Multiple Choice

Which would provide the BEST evidence for the cognitive explanation for depression?

• A) a finding that people show negative thoughts before they become depressed
• B) a finding that people show negative thoughts only after they become depressed
• C) a finding that biochemical imbalances lead to both depression and negative thoughts
• D) a finding that social rewards are not related to happiness

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Definitions:

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