Which of the following plays the greatest role in the development of depression?
A) rapid increases in hormones
B) early maturation
C) stressful life events
D) the delayed phase preference

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Stressful life events such as loss, trauma, and interpersonal conflict have been consistently linked to the development of depression. Hormonal changes and early maturation may also have some influence, but they are not as strongly correlated with depression as stressful life events. The delayed phase preference, or a tendency to stay up late and sleep in, has been linked to increased risk for depression, but it is not a primary cause of the disorder.

Which of the Following Plays the Greatest Role in the Development