According to Parsons, he saw four norms governing the functional sick role.
What is Parson’s Ideal Patient?

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According to Parsons, he saw four norms governing the functional sick role. 
 What is  Parson’s Ideal Patient?

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The individual is responsible for their illness

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Not Allowed to shed normal activities and responsibilities (to give  up: employment, household activities)

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Should seek amateur medical advice

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Illness is desirable

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The ill must want to get well as quickly as possible

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