Knowledge Derived from the Behavioural Sciences Applied to the Prevention

question 49

Multiple Choice

Knowledge derived from the behavioural sciences applied to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of medical problems is called

• A)health psychology.
• B)behavioural medicine.
• C)psychophysiological disorders.
• D)psychosomatic medicine.

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Definitions:

Need Hierarchy

A theory suggesting that people are motivated to fulfill basic needs before moving on to other, more advanced needs.

Self-actualization

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, considered as a fundamental concept in humanistic psychology.

Need for Achievement

A psychological trait that drives an individual to pursue and attain goals, often associated with a high level of motivation and ambition.

Irrational

Lacking reason or logical thinking; actions or beliefs that are not based on logical reasoning or clear thinking.