Discuss two reasons why women may be more prone to depression than men

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Any of the following two:
• The hormonal shifts that women experience with menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause increase their risk of depression.
• Women who work full time and raise children have more stress that may lead to depression.
• Women experience higher rates of sexual abuse, poverty, and low self-esteem than men, which can lead to depression.

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