BioPsychoSocial Model

Question 1

What is the BPS?

Answer 1

The BPS model is a framework that analyses and describes behaviour in terms of interaction between biological, psycholigical factors and sociocultural factors.

Question 2

Breakdown the BPS model

Answer 2

Bio - Physical, chemical and biological processes
Psycho - Cognitive/psycholgoical influences
Social - Influence other people of behaviour; behaviour in social and cultural contexts

Question 3

Define: biological factors

Answer 3

Genetics, biochemistry, physiological responses, hormones, neurotransmitters, gender differences

Question 4

Name: Enviromental stressors

Answer 4

• Trauma, abuse neglect
• Relationships - loss turbulences
• Culture
• Physical stressors
• Some people are more vulnerable

Question 5

Define: Psycho

Answer 5

The cognitive and/or psychological behaviours

Question 6

Examples of the Psycho (universal and indiviual aspects of humans)

Answer 6

• Perception
• Learning
• Memories
• Thoughts
• Personality traits
• Emotion
• Intelligence
• Motivation, attitudes and beliefs

Question 7

Define: Social

Answer 7

Examines a person’s social enviroment and how these facots influence behaviour.

Question 8

Example of Social

Answer 8

• Family
• Friendship groups
• Other social networks
• Global location
• Technology
• Culture
• Relgion
• Socioeconomic status