Which of the following is true about the relation between depression and illnesses?

A. Depressed people are at a lower risk of developing clogged arteries and of suffering from asthma.
B. The association between depression and ailments is an example of illusory correlation.
C. Depressed people are vulnerable to heart disease only if they also are heavy smokers.
D. The association between depression and heart disease may result from stress-related inflammation of the arteries.


Answer: D

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