Risk factors include involvement in stressful life situations, traumatic experiences (such as being in the military or being assaulted), and alcohol and drug use recreational. Stressful life situations, such as job loss, are considered a risk factor as they can create negative thoughts about oneself and one's abilities in that area, which can lead to the development of anxiety or depression. Traumatic experiences such as being assaulted or having previously served in the military are considered a risk factor in developing a mental health problem due to the harsh emotions felt when remembering those experiences or having flashbacks, which can cause the individual to develop depression with the constant feeling of negativity. Recreational drug and alcohol use is a risk factor because of the extreme highs and lows that drugs cause, whether it is a sedative or a stimulus. Consistent use of a depressant drug leads to depression and anxiety due to low levels becoming too extreme to deal with