All of these have been suggested as factors in the high rate of depression in wo
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All of these have been suggested as factors in the high rate of depression in women EXCEPT: A. their lower levels of endorphins. B. their greater risk for living in poverty. C. their tendency to seek help leading to higher rates of diagnosis. D. their changing hormonal levels following childbirth. All of these have been suggested as factors in the high rate of depression in women EXCEPT: A. their lower levels of endorphins. B. their greater risk for living in poverty. C. their tendency to seek help leading to higher rates of diagnosis. D. their changing hormonal levels following childbirth.Explanation / Answer
The answer is Option A, lower level of endorphins. There is no systematic research that indicates that women have lower le of endorphins in their physiology in comparison to men. The other options have been demonstrated to play a role in higher rates of depression among women.