PsychologySeptember 2, 2026

biopsychosocial

BY-oh-SY-koh-SOH-shul

Definition

A model of health and behavior that considers the interconnected influence of biological, psychological, and social factors.

Etymology

This term is a modern compound word formed by combining the Greek prefix bio- (life), the Greek-derived psycho- (soul or mind), and the Latin-derived social.

In the news

The article uses this model as a framework for psychologists to evaluate a child's mental health by examining physical health, emotional states, and their social environment.

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