Which of the Following Best Defines Health Psychology

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best defines health psychology?

• A)Using psychological theories and principles to tackle problems in the areas of mental health, education, product design, ergonomics, and law
• B)Understanding the psychological influences on how people stay healthy, why they become ill, and how they respond when they get ill
• C)Applying the principles of biology in order to study the anatomy of a human being
• D)Diagnosing, preventing, and treating a disease without including the option of surgery

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Definitions:

Ligament

A band of tough, fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages, supporting and strengthening joints.

Abbreviation

A brief version of a word or phrase.

Glucocorticoid

A type of steroid hormone that is involved in regulating glucose metabolism, reducing inflammation, and controlling immune responses.

Anti-inflammatory Effects

The actions or effects that reduce inflammation or swelling in the body, often related to medications or natural substances.