A line of investigation in the study of depressive disorders emphasizes the life experiences and social circumstances that could lead to stress and depression. How do these researchers explain the gender differences in depression?

What will be an ideal response?

Answer: A good answer will include the following key points.
? Depressed women are more likely to enter into abusive relationships.
? Involvement in a violent relationship increases women's rates of depression and anxiety—but not men's.
? Domestic violence takes an emotional as well as physical toll on women.