Amy has a son who is depressed.Amy does have very high standards for both academic and behavioral success, and she is constantly after her son about every little thing he does wrong.She tends to put him down a lot, shame him, and can be down-right hostile as she tries to correct him.Her son feels like he can never catch a break from her.This pattern of interaction in a family is an example of a risk factor for childhood depression known as

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Expressed emotion is a risk factor for childhood depression, characterized by high levels of criticism, hostility, and emotional over-involvement from caregivers towards the child. This type of interaction can lead to negative self-esteem, stress, and a sense of hopelessness, all of which contribute to the development of depression. The other answer choices (child neglect, negative cognitive triad, external attributions) are also risk factors for depression, but they do not specifically refer to the pattern of interaction described in the scenario.

Amy Has a Son Who Is Depressed