What biological change in the brain has been associated with depression in both boys and girls?
a. Increased connectivity between the amygdala and hippocampus
b. Reduced connectivity between the hippocampus and the prefrontal cortex
c. Increased connectivity between the hippocampus and the temporal lobe
d. Reduced connectivity between the amygdala and the cerebellum
Answer: b. Reduced connectivity between the hippocampus and the prefrontal cortex
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