Often, Losses of Physical Functioning, Retirement, or Death of Loved

question 61

Multiple Choice

Often, losses of physical functioning, retirement, or death of loved ones will increase the likelihood that an individual will develop a mental disorder because

• A) the individual finds it difficult to cope with several losses.
• B) the individual becomes depressed and disheartened.
• C) they do not go for counseling when it is needed.
• D) these are known risk factors of mental disorders in the aging population.
• E) they lack support from family and friends.

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