Jane has recently become very depressed, and her doctor is explaining to her that she has a mood disorder with postpartum onset. If her doctor is correct, what do we know about Jane?
a. Her depression will end very soon.
b. She has given birth within the past four weeks.
c. Her depression is linked to an identifiable environmental stressor.
d. She has recently suffered the loss of someone she loves.
Answer: b.
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