A man believes that the course of his chronic illness cannot be directly influenced by the attitude he takes toward his illness and that only the advances of medical science can help him. Based on the research on the effects of perceived control,
it is most likely that he will
a. demonstrate superior psychological adjustment to his illness.
b. increase his chances for a poor psychological adjustment.
c. die from his illness.
d. show both physical and psychological benefits from this realistic approach.
Answer: b. increase his chances for a poor psychological adjustment.
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