Dr. Fox studies the causes of depression. In other words, she looks at factors that play a role in the ________ of depression.
A) etiology
B) epidemiology
C) prevalence
D) resiliency

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Etiology refers to the factors or causes that contribute to the development of a disorder or illness, which is what Dr. Fox is studying in regards to depression. Epidemiology involves the study of the patterns, distribution, and frequency of a disorder or illness within a population. Prevalence refers to the proportion of a population that has a particular disorder or illness at a specific point in time. Resiliency refers to the ability to recover or adapt after experiencing adversity or stress.

Dr Fox Studies the Causes of Depression