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Theories of depression: AQA GCSE Psychology questions

Every AQA GCSE Psychology exam question on 3.2.4.5 Theories of depression, 2020–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.

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  1. Q19

    June 2025 · Paper 2

    9 marks3.2.3.2 Neuron structure and function3.2.4.5 Theories of depression
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  2. Q17.1

    June 2022 · Paper 2

    1 mark3.2.4.5 Theories of depression
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  3. Q17.2

    June 2022 · Paper 2

    3 marks3.2.4.5 Theories of depression
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  4. Q19

    November 2020 · Paper 1

    9 marks3.2.4.5 Theories of depression3.1.3.4 The effects of learning on development
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All 4 questions on Theories of depression, as a list
  1. June 2025, Paper 2, Q19 (9 marks): Describe the role of neurotransmitters in synaptic transmission. Discuss whether or not neurotransmitters can be considered to be involved in causing depression
  2. June 2022, Paper 2, Q17.1 (1 mark): Research suggests that nurture plays a role in people experiencing depression. Which of the following is not a way that nurture can influence depression? Shade
  3. June 2022, Paper 2, Q17.2 (3 marks): Briefly evaluate the theory that nurture influences depression. [3 marks]
  4. November 2020, Paper 1, Q19 (9 marks): Read the following information. Mason and Kyle had a trial for the school football team but were not selected to play. Mason: “I’m such a loser. I never get cho

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