AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Chronic disease is disease that persists over a long period of time. Chronic disease can hinder independence and the health of people with disabilities, as it may create additional activity limitations. People with chronic disease often think that they are free from the disease when they have no symptoms.

Detailed explanation-2: -A chronic health condition can be a disability, but not all disabilities are chronic health concerns. Chronic health concerns and disabilities can be visible or invisible. You cannot know that someone has a disability or chronic health concern just by looking at them.

Detailed explanation-3: -A chronic illness is a long-term health condition that may not have a cure.

Detailed explanation-4: -Legally in the United States, someone who is chronically ill must fit these criteria to be considered eligible for certain services and care: They’re unable to fulfill at least two activities of daily living (bathing, eating, toileting, dressing) for at least 90 days.