The Subfield of Psychology That Contributes to the Prevention and Treatment

question 21

Multiple Choice

The subfield of psychology that contributes to the prevention and treatment of illness is:

• A) medical psychology.
• B) behavioral medicine.
• C) health psychology.
• D) biopsychosocial medicine.

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Definitions:

Coordination Problems

Challenges that arise in ensuring that the tasks and activities of different individuals or departments within an organization are aligned and effectively integrated.

Mutual Adjustment

A coordination mechanism where parties continuously adapt and negotiate their work and behavior with each other in order to achieve a common goal.

Liaison Roles

Positions or duties in which an individual acts as a link to facilitate communication and coordination between different parts of an organization or between organizations.

Integrators

Organizational members permanently assigned to facilitate coordination between departments.