Give a brief description of the three areas regarding the biopsychosocial model.

Answer:

Responses may vary but should include all or some of the following information: “Bio” refers to the area having to do with any biological factors that influence mental illness. Medical and mental health professionals must determine if any biological changes are the cause or effect of mental illness. “Psycho” refers to any psychological influences, changes, or progression of mental illness. “Social” refers to any familial, social, environmental, or cultural influences that affect mental illness and its progress and/or treatment.