The strongest predictors of first-time depression in the older adult are which of the following factors?
a. history of substance abuse and mental illness
b. poor physical health and inadequate social support
c. higher socioeconomic status and educational level
d. moving to a retirement community and leaving old friends
B
The strongest predictors of first-time depression in the older adult include poor physical health and inadequate social support. Other factors that are strong predictors include bereavement after the death of a spouse and development of disability.
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