Regarding college students and depression,which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) In one study, students diagnosed with depression scored half a grade point below nondepressed students.
B) Depressed students are less likely to abuse alcohol, which is a depressant drug.
C) Isolation and loneliness are common at college, since students have left their families and other support groups behind.
D) Many college students lack the basic skills necessary for academic success and are afraid of failure.

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This statement is false. Depressed students are actually more likely to abuse alcohol as a way to cope with their feelings. Studies have shown that college students with depression are more likely to engage in risky behaviors such as heavy drinking and drug use. Therefore, option B is the false statement.

Regarding College Students and Depression,which of the Following Statements Is