Research shows that depression is often preceded by stressful life events, although not all such events lead to depression. What characteristics of a stressful life did Brown and Harris identify as more likely to lead to depression?

a. devaluation and loss
b. preexisting and dangerous
c. biological and unpredictable
d. feeling trapped and devalued


Answer: d.

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