The authors of your text provide a "word of caution." It can be dangerous to overestimate the relationship between perceived control and physical health, because

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Overestimating the relationship between perceived control and physical health can be dangerous because when health problems become chronic, people may blame themselves, which can lead to feelings of helplessness and despair. This can have negative impacts on physical and mental health. While there is some evidence of a relationship between perceived control and physical health, the mechanisms explaining this relationship are not yet fully understood, and it is difficult to determine whether the relationship is causal. Additionally, when health improves, people may gain a temporary sense of control, but perceived control is not always a reliable predictor of health outcomes.

The Authors of Your Text Provide a "Word of Caution