Bob is depressed and because of his depressed mood, Bob's friends, who usually enjoy spending time with him, start to avoid him because they find that they feel somewhat depressed and anxious when they are with him. Because of this loss of social contact, Bob's depressive symptoms begin to worsen. This example is most consistent with

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Lewinsohn's learning theory of depression emphasizes the role of environmental consequences, such as the loss of positive reinforcements (in this case, social interactions with friends), in the development and maintenance of depression. The scenario describes how Bob's depression leads to a decrease in social interactions, which then worsens his depressive symptoms, aligning with Lewinsohn's theory.

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