The likelihood of violence in people with serious psychiatric problems is increased by ______.

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Substance abuse has been consistently linked to an increased risk of violence in individuals with psychiatric disorders. Factors such as lengthy hospitalization or IQ over 100 are not identified as significant risk factors for violence in this population. Financial problems may contribute to stress and may indirectly increase the likelihood of violence, but it is not as strong of a predictor as substance abuse.

The Likelihood of Violence in People with Serious Psychiatric Problems