Susceptible to a state of actual or perceived loss of control or influence over factors or events that affect one's well-being, personal life, or the society (adapted from American Psychology Association)

Anxiety

Caregiver Role Strain

Impaired Physical Mobility

Inadequate interest in improving one's situation

Inadequate interpersonal relations

Inadequate knowledge to manage a situation

Inadequate motivation to improve one's situation

Inadequate participation in treatment regiment

Inadequate social support

Ineffective coping strategies

Low self-esteem

Pain

Perceived complexity of treatment regimen

Perceived social stigma

Social marginalization

The individual will continue to make decisions regarding his or her life, health care, and future, as evidenced by the following indicators:

• Engages in discussions of options.
• Raises questions regarding choices.

Interventions

Refer to Powerlessness.