You are worried because you have been feeling very down lately.Which of the following would most likely DECREASE your risk of developing major depressive disorder?

A) damaging your left prefrontal cortex
B) attributing positive events in your life to your own hard work
C) entering REM sleep more often and staying in REM sleep longer
D) feeling that you are not capable of changing your life's course

Major Depressive Disorder

A psychological condition marked by a continuously low mood or lack of enjoyment in tasks, which significantly disrupts everyday life.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobes of the brain, implicated in planning complex cognitive behavior, personality expression, decision-making, and moderating social behavior.

REM Sleep

Rapid Eye Movement sleep, a unique sleep phase characterized by eye movement, increased brain activity, and vivid dreams, playing a crucial role in learning and memory.