Factors predisposing to constipation in adults are 4:
Social factors 4:
- A low fibre diet, or increased dietary fat
- Difficulty in toilet access or changes in routine/lifestyle
- Lack of exercise or reduced mobility
- Limited auditory or visual privacy when using the toilet
- History of sexual abuse
Psychological factors 4:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Eating disorders
Physical factors 4:
- Mild fever, dehydration, immobility
- Position for defecation: Sitting on a seat rather than squatting