Romantic relationships and ________ predicted an increase in depressive symptoms in girls.

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The concept of co-rumination refers to excessive talking with another person about problems, negative feelings, and personal experiences in a way that is emotionally supportive but ultimately maintains or exacerbates negative affect. Girls who engage in co-rumination with their romantic partners have been found to experience an increase in depressive symptoms over time. The other choices do not have a strong empirical association with an increase in depressive symptoms in girls.

Romantic Relationships and ________ Predicted an Increase in Depressive Symptoms