Consider the following statements: "if I get medicine from my doctor, my cold will go away." "My cold was caused by being run - down." What are these statements example of?

Correct answer: A. Illness beliefs

  • A. Illness beliefs
  • B. Self - efficacy
  • C. Susceptibility
  • D. Behavioural intentions
  • E. Adherence

Explanation

These statements express beliefs about the cause of an illness and the expected effect of treatment, which are both forms of illness beliefs. Self-efficacy instead concerns confidence in one’s ability to perform a behaviour.

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