Coping with Chronic Illness

Question 1

Who made Stage Model Theory?

Answer 1

Shontz

Question 2

What are the stages to stage model theory?

Answer 2

1. Shock- stunned or detached from a situation
2. Encounter- feel a sense of loss/hopelessness/grief
3. retreat- deny the existence of the problem
4. adjustment- makes necessary changes to cope effectively with there new reality (could take up to several years, and does not happen immediately)

Question 3

What is Taylor’s Theory?

Answer 3

Cognitive aspects

Question 4

What does Taylor’s Theory (Cognitive Aspects) deal with

Answer 4

• finding meaning in the experience of illness
• gaining a sense of control over the illness and the rest of their lives
• restoring self-esteem