The Notion That Illness May Actually Be Reinforcing Because It

question 58

Multiple Choice

The notion that illness may actually be reinforcing because it exempts the individual from daily responsibilities is termed

• A) delay behaviour.
• B) somaticizing.
• C) malingering.
• D) hypochondriasis.
• E) secondary gains.

---

Definitions:

Therapeutic Communities

A treatment approach where the community itself, through group interactions and relationships, acts as the primary agent of change for individuals.

Global Change

Significant and broad alterations in the Earth's environment, encompassing climate change, biodiversity loss, and shifts in socio-economic factors.

Risk of Maltreatment

Describes the likelihood or potential for individuals, particularly vulnerable populations, to experience abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

Critical Force

Critical Force describes an essential or decisive power, effort, or influence needed to overcome obstacles or enact significant change in a challenging scenario.