PSYC 3350 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Congenital Disorder, Phlegm, Homeostasis
10 Nov 2014
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Psyc 3350 chapter 7: culture and health. Cultural differences in the definition of health: comparison across cultures. Heath = complete physical, mental, and social well-being , and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Enjoyment of highest attainable standard of health a fundamental right for everyone according to who (world health organization) Biomedical model disease as specific identifiable cause such as a pathogen, a genetic or developmental abnormality or physical insult. Biopsychosocial model biological, psychological and social dimensions considered in understanding of health. China ying and yang, balance = good health. Upset balance = bad health ( change in social relationships, eating to many foods from one element, weather, seasons or supernatural forces) Not confined to individual encompasses surrounding relationships. Hippocrates black bile, yellow bile, phlegm and blood (too much/too little = imbalance = poor health) Balance/imbalance in body common concept across cultures. Homeostasis maintaining balance, when can"t maintain homeostasis disease or illness: comparison within cultures.
