Coping with chronic illness Flashcards
What is the transactional model of stress?
Primary appraisal- is this stressful?
Secondary appraisal- can I cope with this?
What is problem focused coping?
Take action to reduce the demands of the stressor
Increase resources so able to manage it
What is emotion focussed coping?
Attempts to manage emotions caused- seek emotional support denial venting anger distraction praying exercise alcohol/drugs humour deliberate self harm suicide
What is a type A personality?
Busy, proactive, thinking or doing two things at once Hurrying the speech of others Unduly irritated by queues DIY attitude Knee jigging or rapid finger tapping Frequent use of obscenities Playing to win Impatience watching someone do something you could do better Eating and speaking very fast.
What is a type C personality?
Mainly female Cooperative and appeasing Compliant and passive Stoic Unassertive and self sacrificing Inhibit negative emotions
What is a high N personality?
Worrying Negative outlook Introspective Low self concept Social anxiety
What are the possible impacts of chronic illness on a person?
Emotional distress, restrictions on normal life, learning how to manage illness, changing risk factors to prevent progression, SE of treatment, loss pf ‘self’
What are the aims of coping interventions?
Reduces distress, manage illness effectively, minimise impact of illness on daily life, prevent progression and minimise risk of further health problems
What is self management training?
Patients gain internal control over illness and increase self efficacy and optimism.
