Dr. White reads about a new theory that states that depression is caused by increased levels of estrogen in the womb. To test this theory, she conducted a study comparing the level of estrogen in amniotic fluid in individuals who were later diagnosed with depression with the level of those who did not develop depression. Dr. White found no differences between the groups in estrogen levels in the amniotic fluid.
Dr) White publishes her findings in a scientific journal. Who is most likely to read her article?
A)Depressed patients
B)Clinical researchers
C)Journalists
D)Social workers

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Clinical researchers are the most likely to read Dr. White's article as it provides new information on the potential cause of depression and the findings could impact future research and treatment options. Depressed patients, journalists, and social workers may also come across the article but it is less likely to be specifically targeted towards them.

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