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How does psychology contribute to understanding behavioral factors related to health?
How does psychology contribute to understanding behavioral factors related to health?
- By focusing solely on genetic predispositions to diseases
- By exclusively studying the effects of medication on behavior
- By isolating individuals from their social environments
- By identifying behaviors and experiences that promote health, influencing healthcare effectiveness (correct)
Which of the following is an example of how contextual factors can influence health, as studied in biomedical psychology?
Which of the following is an example of how contextual factors can influence health, as studied in biomedical psychology?
- Seductive advertising contributing to psychological dependency on tobacco (correct)
- The direct impact of viruses on cellular function
- Genetic mutations leading to specific diseases
- The body's response to physical trauma
How does the study of the effects of disease, from a psychological perspective, impact an individual's well-being?
How does the study of the effects of disease, from a psychological perspective, impact an individual's well-being?
- It examines how diseases affect an individual's psychological state and practical stressors (correct)
- It accelerates recovery by intensifying medical treatments
- It isolates the disease's effect by disregarding external conditions
- It primarily focuses on physical symptoms, neglecting emotional health
What role does health psychology play in preventing illness?
What role does health psychology play in preventing illness?
In what way does the critical analysis of health policy expand the scope of health psychology?
In what way does the critical analysis of health policy expand the scope of health psychology?
How does improving the nurse/doctor-patient relationship benefit patients in healthcare settings?
How does improving the nurse/doctor-patient relationship benefit patients in healthcare settings?
What is a significant challenge in improving adherence to medical advice?
What is a significant challenge in improving adherence to medical advice?
How does managing pain through psychological approaches, such as cognitive behavior therapy, help patients?
How does managing pain through psychological approaches, such as cognitive behavior therapy, help patients?
Which scenario best illustrates the application of health psychology principles in preventing cardiovascular diseases?
Which scenario best illustrates the application of health psychology principles in preventing cardiovascular diseases?
How does understanding behavioral factors contribute to improving the effectiveness of diabetes management programs?
How does understanding behavioral factors contribute to improving the effectiveness of diabetes management programs?
In the context of biomedical importance of psychology, how does addressing psychological dependency on substances benefit public health?
In the context of biomedical importance of psychology, how does addressing psychological dependency on substances benefit public health?
How can health psychology contribute to improving recovery outcomes for patients undergoing cancer treatment?
How can health psychology contribute to improving recovery outcomes for patients undergoing cancer treatment?
What is the primary focus of interventions aimed at preventing illness through behavioral changes in the workplace?
What is the primary focus of interventions aimed at preventing illness through behavioral changes in the workplace?
How does a better understanding of patient psychology influence the effectiveness of medical consultations?
How does a better understanding of patient psychology influence the effectiveness of medical consultations?
Why is addressing psychological well-being considered crucial for individuals facing serious illnesses or injuries?
Why is addressing psychological well-being considered crucial for individuals facing serious illnesses or injuries?
Which of the following illustrates the impact of health policy on addressing health inequities?
Which of the following illustrates the impact of health policy on addressing health inequities?
What role does psychology play in helping individuals adhere to long-term treatment regimens?
What role does psychology play in helping individuals adhere to long-term treatment regimens?
In managing chronic pain, how do psychological therapies complement medical treatments?
In managing chronic pain, how do psychological therapies complement medical treatments?
How does understanding the psychological impact of a 'new, unwanted identity as a sick person' aid in patient care?
How does understanding the psychological impact of a 'new, unwanted identity as a sick person' aid in patient care?
Considering the biomedical importance of psychology, how can the promotion of daily nutrition enhance public health outcomes?
Considering the biomedical importance of psychology, how can the promotion of daily nutrition enhance public health outcomes?
Flashcards
Psychology's Role in Health
Psychology's Role in Health
Psychology helps identify behaviors and experiences promoting health.
Contextual Health Factors
Contextual Health Factors
Economic, cultural, community, social, and lifestyle factors influencing health.
Psychological Effects of Disease
Psychological Effects of Disease
Individual faces practical stressors, self reliance compromised, and unwanted identity.
Preventing Illness
Preventing Illness
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Health Policy Analysis
Health Policy Analysis
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Nurse/Doctor-Patient Relationship
Nurse/Doctor-Patient Relationship
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Adherence to Medical Advice
Adherence to Medical Advice
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Managing Pain
Managing Pain
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Study Notes
- Psychology is a study of behavior that helps identify behaviors and experiences which promote health, and influences the effectiveness of healthcare.
- Psychology can develop ways to reduce smoking and improve daily nutrition.
Relation of Contextual Factors with Biology
- Contextual factors like economic, cultural, community, social, & lifestyle factors that influence health in highly psychologically demanding jobs can lead to cardiovascular diseases.
- Seductive advertising contributes to psychological dependency on tobacco.
Effects of Disease
- It studies how disease has an affect on an individual's psychological well-being.
- A seriously ill or injured person faces numerous practical stressors.
- The stressors include proper care when away from the hospital, obstacles to caring for dependents, a compromised sense of self-reliance, and unwanted identity as a sick person.
Preventing Illness
- Health psychology promotes health through behavioral changes in an attempt to prevent illness.
- Stress reduction interventions at the workplace can prevent illness.
Critical Analysis of Health Policy
- Health policy can influence inequities, inequalities, and social injustice.
- Health psychology expands beyond individual health to examine the social and economic determinants of health within and between regions and nations.
Improving Nurse/Doctor-Patient Relationship
- It aids communication between healthcare professionals during consultations.
- This can help to overcome anxiety in the hospital or related to a disease.
Improving Adherence to Medical Advice
- Getting people to follow medical advice and adhere to their treatment regimens can be a difficult task.
- People often forget to take their pills or are inhibited by the side effects.
- Not taking prescribed medication is costly and wastes medicine.
Managing Pain
- It finds treatments to reduce and eliminate pains, and understand pain anomalies such as analgesia and phantom limb pain.
- Treatments for pain involve patient-administered analgesia, acupuncture for osteoarthritis, biofeedback, and cognitive behavior therapy.
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