Rudy lives behind the train depot in a cheap apartment in a run-down building. He gets quite a few upper respiratory infections, and he suspects that these could be related to mold or toxic substances in the building. His recurrent illnesses are likely due to

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Background distressors refer to chronic stressors present in the environment or everyday life that can lead to physical and mental health problems over time. Living in a run-down building with potential mold or toxic substances could be considered a background distressor and could contribute to Rudy's recurrent upper respiratory infections. The other answer choices are not relevant to his situation.

Rudy Lives Behind the Train Depot in a Cheap Apartment