The vicious cycle of depression is often initiated by: _________?

Correct answer: A. stressful life experiences.

  • A. stressful life experiences.
  • B. excessive levels of norepinephrine.
  • C. a breakdown in selective attention.
  • D. external attributions of blame.World Current Affairs

Explanation

Depressive cycles are often triggered by stressful life events, after which negative thoughts, withdrawal, and reduced reinforcement can maintain the depression. Excess norepinephrine is not the usual initiating explanation, and the remaining options do not describe the typical starting event.

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