Bio-Psycho-Social Factors

Overview

Bio	Psychological	Social
Hormone Change	Stress	Change in Friendships
Puberty	Sad	Lack of Socialization
COVID / Viral Illness	Fear	Peer Issues
Injyry	Anxieties	Bullying
Sensory Sensitivities	Let Down by Doctors	Parents Puillow Fluff & Others ⇒ Punish
Sleep	Avoidance	School
Trauma	Procrastination
Nutrition	Transitions
Medicines	Cognitive Regidity ⇒ Flexibility
Deconditioning	Strong Willed
Genetics	Anger / Frustration
	Pain Behavior

When rigidity starts to show

• Remind to use skills
• Coach through the situation
• Remind to be a little flexible

No more doctors... This is one of the indicators for relapse

Avoid seeing specialists and doctors after the program, unless absolutely critical.

Why Things Hurt Video

This concept refers to the interconnection between biology, psychology, and socio-environmental factors. These factors play a significant role in understanding health and wellness1. Here’s a breakdown of each component:

1. Biological Factors: These include physiological factors such as genetics and illness pathology1. Our physical well-being impacts our mental health for multiple reasons. For example, chronic pain can lead to symptoms of depression1.

2. Psychological Factors: This involves thoughts, emotions, and behavior1. Mental health is health, and one’s psychological well-being impacts both mental and physical health1.

3. Social Factors: These encompass socioeconomic components, social support, and culture1. Social factors can significantly influence both our physical and mental health1.

The biopsychosocial model, which incorporates these factors, was developed by Dr. George Engel and Dr. John Romano in the 1970s1. This model is now widely used in healthcare and has become an alternative to the biomedical and/or psychological dominance of many health care systems2. It provides a more holistic understanding of a patient’s health by considering the complex interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors12.