In the latest version of helplessness/hopelessness theory, depression results from inescapable aversive situations only
A) When the person believes they can survive the aversive situation.
B) If the individual already feels depressed.
C) For individuals who make depressive attributions during or following the aversive situation.
D) When a family member has a history of depression.

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According to the latest version of helplessness/hopelessness theory, depression results only when individuals make depressive attributions during or following inescapable aversive situations. This means that they believe the situation is permanent, pervasive, and personal, leading to feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Believing that the situation is not under their control and will continue indefinitely leads to the onset of depression. The other options are not accurate explanations for how depression results from inescapable aversive situations.

In the Latest Version of Helplessness/hopelessness Theory, Depression Results from Inescapable