Which of these is probably the BEST answer to the question, "Why has the rate of depression increased dramatically around the world in the past few generations?"
A) "I'm not sure."
B) "I'm not sure exactly why, but the fact that it has increased seems to support genetic explanations for mood disorders."
C) "I'm not sure exactly why, but the fact that it has increased seems to support environmental or . sociocultural explanations for mood disorders."
D) "The increase probably isn't real."

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The increase in depression rates is more likely attributed to environmental or sociocultural changes rather than genetic factors, as genetic compositions of populations do not change significantly within a few generations. Factors such as lifestyle changes, increased stress, and greater awareness and diagnosis of mental health issues are environmental or sociocultural factors that could contribute to the observed increase in depression rates.

Which of These Is Probably the BEST Answer to the Question