Which theoretical orientation would support the finding that Westerners experience more psychological symptoms of depression than do others around the world?
A) biochemical
B) cognitive
C) psychoanalytic
D) sociocultural

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The sociocultural theoretical orientation emphasizes the influence of cultural, social, and economic factors on mental health. This finding suggests that Western culture and society may have unique stressors and pressures that contribute to higher rates of psychological symptoms of depression compared to other cultures. Other theoretical orientations, such as the biochemical, cognitive, or psychoanalytic, may focus on individual or biological factors and may not consider the cultural and societal influences on mental health as heavily.

Which Theoretical Orientation Would Support the Finding That Westerners Experience