Chronic stressor
Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs)
Quality of Life (QoL)
Lifestyle factors (chronic illness)
Previous injury (chronic illness factor)
Chronic illness
Environmental factors (chronic illness)
How chronic illness is classified due to its constant presence and the ongoing impact on the body and mind
An earlier physical harm that can resurface and cause chronic pain or issues later in life due to cumulative wear and tear
A disease or illness characterised by its long-term duration and effect on the body and mind
Behavioural choices, including diet, exercise, and substance use, that directly influence the development of chronic conditions
An individual's overall health experience and ability to engage in activities, distinct from "standard of living"
A broad category of assessments that capture a patient's own experience and feelings about their health, under which Quality of Life falls
External influences such as occupational exposures or living conditions that can impact long-term health
