Secondary gain refers to the indirect benefits that might be obtained from being sick, such as attention, sympathy, avoidance of responsibilities, and financial gain. Unlike primary gain, which refers to the direct benefits of symptom relief, secondary gain often reinforces the continuation or exacerbation of symptoms.

Secondary gain is a concept in psychology and psychiatry, referring to the indirect benefits derived from being sick, such as sympathy, attention, or avoidance of responsibilities. It differs from primary gain, which relates to direct benefits of having a symptom, such as relief of anxiety.

Secondary gain refers to the advantages or benefits a person might obtain from a medical or psychological condition, beyond the primary gain of symptom relief. These gains are not the direct result of the condition itself but rather a consequence of the individual's status as being ill or injured.

Secondary gain refers to the advantages or benefits an individual receives from displaying symptoms of a disorder. These gains are not the primary reason for the symptoms but rather a consequential benefit that may perpetuate or exaggerate the symptoms.

Secondary gain refers to the indirect benefits a person may receive as a result of having a mental or physical illness. These benefits are not the primary outcome of the illness, but they provide a motive for the individual to exhibit or exaggerate symptoms. The gains are typically psychological or social, such as attention, sympathy, or avoidance of responsibilities.