Approach Behaviors Are Coping Mechanisms That Result in a Family's

question 17

Multiple Choice

Approach behaviors are coping mechanisms that result in a family's movement toward adjustment and resolution of the crisis of having a child with a chronic illness or disability. What is considered an approach behavior?

• A)Is unable to adjust to a progression of the disease or condition
• B)Anticipates future problems and seeks guidance and answers
• C)Looks for new cures without a perspective toward possible benefit
• D)Fails to recognize seriousness of child's condition despite physical evidence

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Definitions:

Saving

The process of setting aside a portion of current income for future use, typically in the form of investments or deposit accounts.

Disposable Income

Economic latitude for households in spending and saving after the removal of income taxes.

APS

Automatic positioning system; however, in an economic context, it often refers to the Average Propensity to Save, indicating the proportion of income that is saved rather than spent.

Saving

The portion of income not spent on immediate consumption but set aside for future use, typically in bank accounts, investments, or other forms of financial savings.