Illness Behavior Is a Key Concept of Somatic Symptom Disorders

question 43

Multiple Choice

Illness behavior is a key concept of somatic symptom disorders.Which of the following is NOT a type of illness behavior as described in the textbook?

• A)Resting in bed
• B)Seeing a physician
• C)Practicing la belle indifference
• D)Taking medication

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Definitions:

Inelastic Demand

A situation in which the demand for a product does not significantly change in response to a change in price.

Cigarette-Tax Revenues

The money collected by governments through the taxation of cigarettes and tobacco products, often used to fund public health initiatives.

Addictive

Having qualities that lead to an increased compulsion to use or engage with a substance, activity, or behavior despite potential harm.

Price-Inelastic

Describes a situation where the demand for a good or service does not significantly change with a change in its price.