In His Continuum of Illness and Health, Aaron Antonovsky Suggested

question 59

Multiple Choice

In his continuum of illness and health, Aaron Antonovsky suggested that

• A) wellness and illness are independent concepts.
• B) medical treatment affects only the wellness side of the continuum.
• C) his model represents differing health statuses.
• D) lifestyle has little impact on health or illness.

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Definitions:

Consequences

The outcomes or effects that follow from an action, behavior, or decision, influencing future choices and behaviors.

Reinforced Behavior

Behavior that is strengthened and likely to be repeated due to the application of reinforcement.

Rewards

Benefits, physical or psychological, given in response to actions deemed desirable, which serve to reinforce those actions.

Aggressive Acts

Behaviors intended to cause harm or pain to others, often as a response to perceived threats or frustrations.