The Biopsychosocial Model Flashcards
Biopsychosocial model
a holistic, interdisciplinary framework for understanding the human experience in terms of the influence of biological, psychological, and social factors
Biological factors
interal genetic and/ or physiologically based factors
Psychological factors
internal factors pertaining to an iindividual’s mental processes, including their cognition, affect, thought, beliefs, and attitudes
Social factors
external factor relating to an individual’s interactions with others and their external environment, including their relationships and community involvement
Mental wellbeing
an individual’s current psychological state, involving their ability to think, process information, and regulate emotions