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Which of the following is an example of a physiological stress response?
Which of the following is an example of a physiological stress response?
Psychological stress is solely related to physical changes in the body.
Psychological stress is solely related to physical changes in the body.
False
What are two types of coping resources mentioned?
What are two types of coping resources mentioned?
Internal coping resources and external coping resources
The emotion we experience when a stressor occurs is called __________.
The emotion we experience when a stressor occurs is called __________.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following best defines health according to the WHO?
Which of the following best defines health according to the WHO?
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Ill health is defined as any deviation from the state of health as per WHO’s definition.
Ill health is defined as any deviation from the state of health as per WHO’s definition.
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What is the main focus of the biomedical definition of health?
What is the main focus of the biomedical definition of health?
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The _______ approach considers biological, psychological, and social factors in health and illness.
The _______ approach considers biological, psychological, and social factors in health and illness.
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Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in the biopsychosocial approach?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in the biopsychosocial approach?
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Match the definition with its corresponding model of health:
Match the definition with its corresponding model of health:
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The biomedical approach is the most dominant view in healthcare systems in industrialised countries.
The biomedical approach is the most dominant view in healthcare systems in industrialised countries.
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Who proposed the biopsychosocial definition of health?
Who proposed the biopsychosocial definition of health?
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Study Notes
Health Psychology
- Examines how biological, social, and psychological factors influence health and illness.
- Uses psychological science to promote health, prevent illness, and improve healthcare systems.
Health and Ill Health
- Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not just the absence of disease. (WHO, 1948)
- Ill health is any deviation from this ideal health state.
- Two key definitions exist:
- Biomedical
- Biopsychosocial
Biomedical Definition
- Views health solely in terms of physical/biological factors.
- Ill health is defined as disease, diagnosed by medical professionals based on symptoms.
- Treatment focuses on physical causes (e.g., medication, surgery).
- Health is viewed as the absence of illness.
- Emphasizes biological functioning over social and psychological aspects.
- Dominant in many healthcare systems.
Biopsychosocial Definition
- Proposes that health and illness result from interacting biological, psychological, and social factors.
- Includes:
- Biological characteristics (genetics, neurochemistry).
- Psychological/behavioral characteristics (stress, attitudes).
- Social environment (family, culture).
- Treatment considers all these interacting factors.
- Aims to enhance and promote healthy lifestyles.
- Influences mental health initiatives.
Health as a Continuum
- Health exists along a continuum, not just two states.
- Can include physical health issues alongside social/relationship difficulties and feelings of stress.
Stress
- Emotional and physical response to perceived threats (stressors).
- Stressors include:
- Physical stressors (temperature, noise, overcrowding).
- Psychological stressors (major life events, everyday hassles, workplace issues, personality).
The Stress Response
- Physiological stress: Physical changes (e.g., increased heart rate, blood pressure, sweating).
- Psychological stress: Emotions experienced when a stressor occurs (e.g., anxiety).
Perceived Ability to Cope
- Stress response depends on how one perceives the stressor and their ability to cope.
Perception of Available Resources
- Coping relies on perceived resources.
- Resources can be:
- Internal (psychological, e.g., resilience, self-efficacy).
- External (social, e.g., social support, family).
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Description
Explore the intricate relationship between biological, social, and psychological factors in health and illness. This quiz delves into the definitions of health, the implications of biomedical and biopsychosocial models, and the importance of psychological science in promoting well-being.
