Psychology 2036A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Chronic Condition, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain Management

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Lo2: what are the different responses to chronic illness: many chronic illnesses affect all aspects of a patient"s life, need for intermittent and permanent changes in their lives. Integrate the patient role into their lives psychologically. Signi cance of depression: has impact on the symptoms and the overall prospects for rehabilitation or recovery signi cantly worsens health and qol, unlike anxiety which ebbs and lows, depression can be a long-term reaction. Goals and self-image: derive primary satisfaction from their job or career chronic illness threatens these valued aspects and self-concept may be damaged. Lo4: how do people cope with and manage chronic illness: most patients don"t seek formal or informal psychological treatment for their symptoms, they draw on internal and social resources. Coping strategies and chronic illness: starts with challenging or threatening appraisal, people with chronic illness are vulnerable to other stressors unrelated to their illness, which can exacerbate symptoms.

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