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Patterns of Behavior That a Sick Person Adopts to Minimize

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Patterns of behavior that a sick person adopts to minimize the disruptive effect of illness are called:


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Peter Lewinsohn

A psychologist known for his work in developing behavioral treatment approaches for depression.

Downward Spiral

A situation in which a series of events increasingly worsens, leading to a negative outcome or decline.

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, is a handbook used by healthcare professionals as the authoritative guide to the diagnosis of mental disorders.

Major Depressive Episode

A period marked by severe depression symptoms that interfere with daily functioning, lasting for at least two weeks.

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