Some researchers suggest that African Americans have lower rates of depression than White Americans because African Americans are especially likely to utilize which of the following when dealing with emotional difficulties?
A)A social support network of friends
B)Physical exercise
C)Their religious faith and their church
D)Antidepressant medications and mental health services

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research has shown that African Americans are more likely to rely on their religious faith and involvement in church communities as a coping mechanism for emotional difficulties, which may contribute to lower rates of depression. While social support networks and physical exercise can also be helpful coping strategies, they are not as strongly associated with differences in depression rates between African Americans and White Americans. Antidepressant medications and mental health services may be equally or more effective for treating depression, but are not as strongly associated with differences in prevalence rates.

Some Researchers Suggest That African Americans Have Lower Rates of Depression