A physician notices that twice as many female patients complain of depression as male patients.The physician's first thought is that the cause is hormonal or genetic differences in the sexes.Research has ____.

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While the physician may have initially thought that hormonal or genetic differences in the sexes were the cause of the gender difference in depression, research has suggested that environmental and social-cultural factors may interact with biological factors to play a role in the development of depression. Therefore, option D is the most accurate choice. Option A is incorrect because research has shown that both males and females can develop depression, regardless of genetic vulnerability. Option B is also incorrect because while there may be some hormonal basis for depression, it is not the sole cause. Option C is an extreme statement that is not true, as there are cases where hormonal or genetic differences may play a role in depression, though this may not always be the case.

A Physician Notices That Twice as Many Female Patients Complain