Table 23. Risk factors that predispose patients to depressive disorders
Recent losses.
A tendency to pessimism.
Socioeconomic pressures.
A history of mood disorders.
Alcohol or substance abuse.
Previous suicide attempt(s).
Poorly controlled pain.
Source: Depression Guideline Panel, 1993a.
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