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In which stage of illness behavior does the person recognize a physical sensation or limitation in functioning but does not suspect a specific diagnosis?
In which stage of illness behavior does the person recognize a physical sensation or limitation in functioning but does not suspect a specific diagnosis?
During which stage of illness behavior does the illness become a social phenomenon, and individuals seek confirmation from their families and social groups that they are indeed ill?
During which stage of illness behavior does the illness become a social phenomenon, and individuals seek confirmation from their families and social groups that they are indeed ill?
At which stage of illness behavior does the client depend on healthcare professionals for relief of symptoms and accept care, sympathy, and protection from the demands and stresses of life?
At which stage of illness behavior does the client depend on healthcare professionals for relief of symptoms and accept care, sympathy, and protection from the demands and stresses of life?
When do individuals seek expert acknowledgment of the illness as well as treatment in the stages of illness behavior?
When do individuals seek expert acknowledgment of the illness as well as treatment in the stages of illness behavior?
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Which stage is characterized by the person's refusal to acknowledge illness?
Which stage is characterized by the person's refusal to acknowledge illness?
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What does convalescence refer to?
What does convalescence refer to?
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At which stage does the person no longer deny being ill and turns to professional help for assistance?
At which stage does the person no longer deny being ill and turns to professional help for assistance?
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What is the final stage for chronic illness according to the text?
What is the final stage for chronic illness according to the text?
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What is the definition of health according to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1947?
What is the definition of health according to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1947?
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Which model of health views illness as the presence of signs and symptoms of disease?
Which model of health views illness as the presence of signs and symptoms of disease?
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According to Hilbert Dunn, what does wellness require from the individual?
According to Hilbert Dunn, what does wellness require from the individual?
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What does the Health-Illness Continuum model describe health as?
What does the Health-Illness Continuum model describe health as?
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According to the Role-Performance Model (Parsons 1958), how is health defined?
According to the Role-Performance Model (Parsons 1958), how is health defined?
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What is the main concept of High-Level Wellness, according to Dunn 1961?
What is the main concept of High-Level Wellness, according to Dunn 1961?
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According to Halbert Dunn, what is required by every living thing to maintain energy?
According to Halbert Dunn, what is required by every living thing to maintain energy?
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What does the World Health Organization (WHO 1947) define as health?
What does the World Health Organization (WHO 1947) define as health?
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What is the focus of John Travis's wellness education model?
What is the focus of John Travis's wellness education model?
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What is the basis of the holistic model of health care?
What is the basis of the holistic model of health care?
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Study Notes
Stages of Illness Behavior
- Symptom Experience: The person recognizes a physical sensation or limitation in functioning but does not suspect a specific diagnosis.
- Assumption of the Sick Role: The illness becomes a social phenomenon, and individuals seek confirmation from their families and social groups that they are indeed ill.
- Medical Care Contact: Individuals seek expert acknowledgment of the illness as well as treatment.
- Dependence on Medical Professionals: The client depends on healthcare professionals for relief of symptoms and accepts care, sympathy, and protection from the demands and stresses of life.
- Recovery/Rehabilitation: Convalescence refers to the period of recovery and rehabilitation following illness.
- Refusal of the Sick Role: The person refuses to acknowledge illness.
- Acceptance of the Sick Role: The person no longer denies being ill and turns to professional help for assistance.
- Chronic Illness Stage: The final stage for chronic illness is characterized by the management of the illness for an extended period.
Models of Health
- World Health Organization (WHO 1947): Defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
- Medical Model: Views illness as the presence of signs and symptoms of disease.
- Role-Performance Model (Parsons 1958): Defines health based on an individual's ability to fulfill their societal roles and responsibilities.
- Health-Illness Continuum: Describes health as a spectrum ranging from optimal health to severe illness.
- Dunn's High-Level Wellness: Emphasizes the importance of actively pursuing high-level wellness, which involves reaching one's full potential in all dimensions of well-being.
- Holistic Model: Focuses on the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of health.
- Wellness Model: Emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility and proactive behaviors to maintain health and well-being.
Achieving Wellness
- Dunn's Wellness Framework: Emphasizes the need for individuals to maintain energy reserves through adequate nutrition, sleep, exercise, and stress management.
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Test your knowledge about the stages of illness behavior, including symptom experience, assumption of sick role, medical care contact, dependent patient, and recovery or rehabilitation. Explore the progression of illness perception and behavior in individuals.
