PSYC 3170 Study Guide - Final Guide: Psychoactive Drug, Behaviour Therapy, Xerostomia
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Health psychology: scientific study of psychological processes related to health and health care. Health: state of complete physical, mental and social well-being. Not merely the absence of disease and infirmity. Focus on preventing health nowadays because many health problems are related to life style. General belief that if people can change their lifestyle, their general health could improve. Positive aspects of health focuses on physical, mental and social well-being. Biopsychosocial model: takes into considerations the different systems that are linked together. Health psychologists involved in research to prevent illness whilst promoting health and reduce health risks. Goal of health: find ways to help people stay healthy and to start treatments. Social norms (e. g. smoking / not smoking) Evaluate psychological research through theories and or studies relevant to health psychology. Stress: negative emotional experience accompanied by various physiological, cognitive and behavioral changes. Body reacts to stressors whether they are conscious or not.
