Which of the following best describes a relationship between depressed mood and memory?
A) Negative mood-congruent memory
B) Retrieval bias in recalling negative events
C) Memory effects likely only occur when people are focusing on how the material applies to themselves
D) All of the above

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All of the options listed describe a relationship between depressed mood and memory. A) Negative mood-congruent memory suggests that we tend to remember events that match our current negative mood, B) Retrieval bias in recalling negative events suggests that we have a tendency to recall negative events more easily than positive ones, and C) Memory effects are more likely to occur when the material relates to our personal experiences and self-concept. Thus, option D is the best choice as it encompasses all the mentioned relationships.

Which of the Following Best Describes a Relationship Between Depressed