If those with low self-esteem are also particularly likely to suffer from depression,this would not necessarily indicate that low self-esteem triggers negative emotions because
A) sampling extreme cases leads to false generalizations.
B) a placebo effect may be operating.
C) association does not prove causation.
D) confounding variables may have an effect.

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The statement "association does not prove causation" suggests that just because low self-esteem is associated with depression, it does not necessarily mean that low self-esteem is causing depression. Other factors could be contributing to the relationship between the two variables. Therefore, the causal relationship cannot be assumed without further research.

If Those with Low Self-Esteem Are Also Particularly Likely to Suffer