Powers et al. (2009)examined relations between reported childhood maltreatment, depression in adulthood, and perceived social support from family and friends. The researchers used a(n)_______ design and found that
A)correlational; childhood emotional abuse and neglect were more predictive of depression than sexual or physical abuse.
B)correlational; perceived friendship support appeared to protect women against depression despite childhood maltreatment.
C)experimental: childhood emotional abuse and neglect were more predictive of depression than sexual or physical abuse.
D)A and B only.

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The researchers used a correlational design and found that childhood emotional abuse and neglect were more predictive of depression than sexual or physical abuse, and perceived friendship support appeared to protect women against depression despite childhood maltreatment. Therefore, both option A and B are correct.

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