The one variable that appears to have the most significant effect on committing suicide among the elderly is:
A) depression
B) loss of a loved one
C) psychological problems
D) prescription-drug related

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Studies have shown that depression is the most common and significant risk factor for suicide among the elderly. Other risk factors such as loss of a loved one, psychological problems, and prescription drug use may also contribute, but depression is consistently found to have the strongest association with suicidal ideation and behavior in older adults.

The One Variable That Appears to Have the Most Significant