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Which factor is part of the biological component of the biopsychosocial model?
Which factor is part of the biological component of the biopsychosocial model?
- Social influences
- Genetic abnormalities (correct)
- Emotional stability
- Health beliefs
Which of the following is considered a psychological factor in health-related behaviors?
Which of the following is considered a psychological factor in health-related behaviors?
- Family support
- Accessibility to health care
- Genetic predisposition
- Cognitions about health (correct)
What role do social factors play in the biopsychosocial model?
What role do social factors play in the biopsychosocial model?
- They solely determine genetic health outcomes.
- They promote community values that influence health. (correct)
- They consist only of individuals' emotional states.
- They are unrelated to individual health behaviors.
Which of the following is NOT a determinant of health-related behaviors?
Which of the following is NOT a determinant of health-related behaviors?
What is a significant emotional factor affecting health behavior?
What is a significant emotional factor affecting health behavior?
How can understanding the biopsychosocial model benefit health behavior change?
How can understanding the biopsychosocial model benefit health behavior change?
What does the biopsychosocial model of health emphasize in understanding health issues?
What does the biopsychosocial model of health emphasize in understanding health issues?
Which of the following best describes the determinants of healthy or risky behaviors?
Which of the following best describes the determinants of healthy or risky behaviors?
What is a defining characteristic of health behaviour change models and theories?
What is a defining characteristic of health behaviour change models and theories?
How does WHO define health?
How does WHO define health?
What type of factors contribute to the causes of diseases, according to health psychology?
What type of factors contribute to the causes of diseases, according to health psychology?
Which statement is correct about chronic diseases?
Which statement is correct about chronic diseases?
In the Stages of Change Model, which stage follows the contemplation stage?
In the Stages of Change Model, which stage follows the contemplation stage?
What is the primary focus during the preparation stage of the Stages of Change Model?
What is the primary focus during the preparation stage of the Stages of Change Model?
Which aspect is crucial for helping someone in the action stage of change?
Which aspect is crucial for helping someone in the action stage of change?
What is a key strategy for individuals experiencing relapse according to the Stages of Change Model?
What is a key strategy for individuals experiencing relapse according to the Stages of Change Model?
What distinguishes the contemplation stage from the precontemplation stage in the Stages of Change Model?
What distinguishes the contemplation stage from the precontemplation stage in the Stages of Change Model?
According to the Common Sense Model, what is primarily focused on when dealing with health threat representations?
According to the Common Sense Model, what is primarily focused on when dealing with health threat representations?
Which health behavior intervention is NOT commonly associated with the Stages of Change Model?
Which health behavior intervention is NOT commonly associated with the Stages of Change Model?
What is the ultimate goal of the maintenance stage in the Stages of Change Model?
What is the ultimate goal of the maintenance stage in the Stages of Change Model?
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Study Notes
Learning Outcomes
- Apply the biopsychosocial model to real-world health issues.
- Discuss the multidimensional factors influencing healthy and risky behaviors.
- Explain health behavior change models and their predictive power regarding health practices.
Definition of Health
- WHO defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not just the absence of disease or infirmity.
Causes of Disease
- Disease arises from a mix of non-modifiable factors (genetics, age) and modifiable lifestyle choices.
- Chronic diseases can often be linked to behavioral or lifestyle risk factors.
Health Psychology
- Focus on adherence to treatment and improving adjustment within healthcare settings.
- Identify determinants of health-related behaviors:
- Social-cultural elements (gender, family influence, socioeconomic status)
- Cognitive aspects (health beliefs, motivations, goal-setting)
- Emotional components (fear, anxiety)
- Ecological factors (policy implications, accessibility).
Biopsychosocial Model
- Integrates biological, psychological, and social factors affecting health.
- Biological Factors: Physiological functioning, genetic factors.
- Psychological Factors: Health-related beliefs and emotional stability.
- Social Factors: Cultural values shaping health behaviors and community influences.
Stages of Change Model (Prochaska & DiClemente)
- Model aids in understanding behavior modification and promoting positive health behaviors.
- Stages of Change:
- Precontemplation: No intention to change, not ready.
- Contemplation: Acknowledging a desire to change within six months.
- Preparation: Planning actions to change within one month.
- Action: Engaging in active change processes.
- Maintenance: Sustaining changes made and reinforcing positive outcomes.
- Relapse: Identifying triggers and coping strategies to re-enter the change cycle.
Common Sense Model (Leventhal et al. 2003)
- Framework for understanding health threat representations and the motivation behind protective behaviors.
- Focus on how cognitions and associated emotions drive health-related actions.
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