If a person has poor or ineffective coping mechanisms, which situation(s) can increase the risk of developing depression or anxiety? Select all that apply.

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Clients or residents face many new challenges when they enter a health care facility. They may have fears of being disabled or disfigured from illness or injury. They have been separated from loved ones and are now in unfamiliar surroundings. A lengthy illness can mean the loss of a job and income. Many people will have worries related to their current and future health. Any of these additional emotional stresses can push a person toward mental illness if the person has poor or ineffective coping mechanisms. Recovery and mental health counseling are positive factors and will likely help the person.

If a Person Has Poor or Ineffective Coping Mechanisms, Which