Julia primarily identifies herself as a "cancer patient," even though she has been treated successfully.Sociologists might say Julia is suffering from ______.

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Illness identity dependency refers to the process in which an individual's identity becomes closely linked to their illness, often causing them to define themselves primarily as a "patient." This can occur even after successful treatment, as is the case with Julia.

Julia Primarily Identifies Herself as a "Cancer Patient," Even Though