Although there are exceptions, researchers looking at locus of control and depression typically find
A) internals are more susceptible to depression because they tend to blame themselves for things outside of their control.
B) externals are more susceptible to depression, consistent with research on learned helplessness.
C) people on either extreme of the internal-external continuum are more susceptible to depression than those in the middle.
D) little or no relationship between locus of control and depression.

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Research on learned helplessness suggests that externals may be more susceptible to depression because they feel that they have no control over their environment. This feeling of helplessness can lead to feelings of hopelessness and ultimately depression.

Although There Are Exceptions, Researchers Looking at Locus of Control