How would you apply the biopsychosocial model to a news report claiming that anxiety is caused by being around other people who are anxious?
A) Recognize that the news report considers all portions of the biopsychosocial model
B) Recognize that psychologists do not regard biological factors when it comes to anxiety.
C) Recognize that the only effective treatment of anxiety must be drug based.
D) Recognize that the news report only considers one portion of the biopsychosocial model.

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The news report only considers the social factors (other people who are anxious) as the cause of anxiety, neglecting the other two elements of the biopsychosocial model (biological and psychological) that can also contribute to anxiety. Therefore, D is the best choice as it acknowledges this limitation. A is incorrect because the news report only focuses on one portion of the model, and B is incorrect because psychologists do consider biological factors when studying anxiety. C is also incorrect as drug-based treatment is not the only effective treatment for anxiety.

How Would You Apply the Biopsychosocial Model to a News