Janice and Bill are married, live in the same house, and have similar jobs. Despite their similar situations, as a woman Janice is more likely to become depressed than Bill. One reason for this gender difference in depression is that __________.

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Research suggests that women tend to ruminate more on their emotional difficulties, which can increase their risk of depression. Men may be socialized to distract themselves from negative emotions or to seek solutions for their problems, which may explain why they are less likely to develop depression. The other options do not accurately explain the gender difference in depression.

Janice and Bill Are Married, Live in the Same House