Older adults who have declining physical health are at greatest risk for developing depression if they ______.
A) do not retire
B) are stubborn and argumentative
C) lack social support
D) lack television and radio

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Lack of social support is a significant risk factor for depression in older adults with declining physical health. Social isolation and loneliness can contribute to feelings of sadness and hopelessness. Retirement, personality traits, or access to media do not have as strong of an association with depression in this population.

Older Adults Who Have Declining Physical Health Are at Greatest