[...]... Issues in Chronic Illness and Disability 20 xi XII MEDICAL AND PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF CHRONIC ILLNESS AND DISABILITY Lifestyle Issues in Chronic Illness and Disability 20 Social Issues in Chronic Illness and Disability 21 Vocational Issues in Chronic Illness and Disability 21 CHAPTER 2 CONDITIONS OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM: PART I CONDITIONS OF THE BRAIN 25 Normal Structure and Function of the... Chronic illness and disability impact all areas of individual’s and their family’s lives Only by understanding an individual’s total experience with chronic illness and disability and how all areas of their life are affected are professionals fully able to help them reach their goals The focus of the book is to help professionals and students understand medical and psychosocial aspects of chronic illness. .. 7 Chronic Illness and Disability Through the Life Cycle 8 Chronic Illness or Disability in Childhood .9 Chronic Illness or Disability in Adolescence 10 Chronic Illness or Disability in Young Adulthood 10 Chronic Illness or Disability in Middle Age 11 Chronic Illness or Disability in Older Adulthood 11 Other Issues in Chronic Illness and Disability 12 Self-Concept and Self-Esteem... illness and disability and how they affect an individual’s functioning in all areas of life, including psychological and social impact, impact on activities of daily living, and on vocational function — DRF ix This page intentionally left blank CHAPTER 1 Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 PSYCHOSOCIAL AND FUNCTIONAL ASPECTS OF CHRONIC ILLNESS AND DISABILITY 1 Impact of Chronic Illness and Disability. .. their reactions to chronic illness OF CHRONIC ILLNESS AND DISABILITY or disability and the problems and consequences they experience Each developmental stage of life has its own particular stresses or demands, apart from those experienced as a result of illness or disability Chronic illness and disability at various stages of development can affect the independence, self-control, and life skills associated... and Functional Aspects of Chronic Illness and Disability IMPACT OF CHRONIC ILLNESS AND DISABILITY own standards with regard to idealized physical and emotional traits, roles, and responsibilities Individuals with chronic illness or disability who do not fit the socially determined norm may find that, regardless of their strengths and abilities, they continue to be regarded in the context of societal views... concept is important to professionals working with individuals with chronic illness and disability because it implies a continuum and emphasizes the social and environmental impact on the condition IMPAIRMENT, DISABILITY, AND HANDICAP Although sometimes used interchangeably, the terms impairment, disability, and Stress in Chronic Illness and Disability handicap have separate meanings and describe different... 218 XVI MEDICAL AND PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF CHRONIC ILLNESS AND DISABILITY Medical Consequences of Abuse of Other Drugs and Substances .219 Drug-Related Illness 219 Diagnostic Procedures 221 Screening Instruments 222 Direct Drug Screening 222 Medical Evaluation 222 Behavioral and Psychological Screening .223 Treatment of Substance Use Disorders .223 Psychosocial. .. impact of chronic illness and disability is far-reaching, extending beyond the individual to all those with whom the individual has contact Chronic illness and disability affect all facets of life, including social and family relationships, economic well-being, activities of daily living, and recreational and vocational activities Although several factors influence the extent of impact, every chronic illness. .. edition, Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Chronic Illness and Disability has been revised and updated Certain sections, such as those on conditions of the nervous system have been substantially expanded Added to the end of each chapter are brief case studies to stimulate discussion Cases are hypothetical and not based on any specific case or individual This book is designed for nonmedical professionals and . 1 PSYCHOSOCIAL AND FUNCTIONAL ASPECTS OF CHRONIC ILLNESS AND DISABILITY 1 Impact of Chronic Illness and Disability 1 Disease and Illness 2 Impairment, Disability, . Adaptation and Adjustment 19 Functional Aspects of Chronic Illness and Disability 20 Psychological Issues in Chronic Illness and Disability 20 xi Table of Contents C