Cade attributes catching a "cold" to not getting enough sleep and feelings of distress. Thus, Cade has an implicit acceptance of the ____ model of health.
A) biochemical
B) biomedical
C) Cartesian
D) biopsychosocial

Question

​Cade attributes catching a "cold" to not getting enough sleep and feelings of distress. Thus, Cade has an implicit acceptance of the ____ model of health.
A) ​biochemical
B) ​biomedical
C) ​Cartesian
D) ​biopsychosocial

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The biopsychosocial model of health considers the interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors in determining health outcomes. Cade's belief that his lack of sleep and distress led to catching a cold demonstrates an acknowledgement of psychological and social factors influencing his health in addition to biological factors (such as exposure to the cold virus).

​Cade Attributes Catching a "Cold" to Not Getting Enough Sleep

Cade Attributes Catching a "Cold" to Not Getting Enough Sleep