what is the sick role of a patient
The sick person is exempt from normal social roles; The sick person is not responsible for their condition; Obligations: The sick person should try to get well; The sick person should seek technically competent help and cooperate with the medical professional; There are three versions of sick role: 1. Conditional 2. Unconditionally legitimate 3. Illegitimate role: condition that is stigmatized by others. Criticisms. Rejecting the sick role.