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

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Research on the effects of perceived control suggests that individuals who believe they have no control over their illness are more likely to experience poor psychological adjustment. This belief can lead to feelings of helplessness and depression, which can negatively impact one's mental health and overall well-being.  Belief that we cannot influence the outcome of a situation, that it is controlled outside of our actions and emotions, results in more physical and psychological distress than when we have higher levels of perceived control.

A Man Believes That the Course of His Chronic Illness