Help-Seeking Behavior

What does help-seeking behavior refer to?

• The process of avoiding medical professionals

• The process of ignoring health problems

• The process of deciding to get professional help for a health-related problem

• The process of self-diagnosing health issues

According to the biomedical model, which of the following is NOT a factor related to help-seeking?

• Patient's age

• Signs

• Symptoms

• Doctor's examination

What is the first threshold in the help-seeking process?

• Is it a symptom?

• Is it normal or abnormal?

• Do I need help?

• Could a doctor help?

Which of the following can exacerbate symptom perception?

• Distraction

• Stress and anxiety

• Social support

• Relaxation

What are the five dimensions of illness beliefs?

• Symptoms, severity, duration, treatment, outcome

• Diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, follow-up, support

• Symptoms, signs, treatment, recovery, prevention

• Identity, timeline, causes, consequences, control/cure

What is a potential emotional cost of visiting a doctor?

• Time off work

• Embarrassment

• Feeling reassured and cared for

• Gaining access to effective treatments

What does the 'sick role' refer to?

• The role of a patient in a hospital

• The power of a doctor to legitimize symptoms

• The process of diagnosing oneself

• The responsibilities of a caregiver

Which of the following is NOT a practical cost of going to the doctor?

• Emotional support

• Effort in getting to the doctor's office

• Travel costs

• Time off work

What can influence symptom perception according to the text?

• Only physical symptoms

• Bodily data, mood, cognitions, and social context

• Only mood and social context

• Only cognitions and bodily data

What is the final step before a patient seeks help?

• Consulting with family and friends

• Weighing the costs and benefits of seeing the doctor

• Identifying symptoms

• Forming illness beliefs