Jacob, a senior manager in a manufacturing firm, has been extremely stressed due to work pressures. Jacob is a heavy smoker and drinks frequently. During a health check-up, his doctor observes that Jacob is frustrated and leads a sedentary lifestyle. The doctor suggests that Jacob make drastic changes in his lifestyle such as maintaining a nutritious diet, exercising, drinking alcohol moderately, and quitting smoking. He insists that Jacob strictly adhere to his suggestions to lead a good life. In the context of the correlation of stress and illness, Jacob's doctor has used the ________.

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The doctor's suggestions for Jacob to adopt a healthier lifestyle, including a nutritious diet, exercise, moderate alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking, align with the health behavior approach. This approach focuses on changing individual behaviors to prevent illness and promote health.

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