Precipitating Risk Factors ( Increase Susceptibility And Contribute To The Occurence ) Flashcards

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What are precipitating risk factors?

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Factors that trigger the onset or exacerbation of a mental health problem

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What is a biological (precipitating) risk factor?

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Poor sleep

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What is a psychological (precipitating) risk factor?

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Confronting news

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What is a social (precipitating) risk factor?

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Losing a job

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