the way a group of people interacts mentally (e.g., social interaction).
of or pertaining to the psychological development of the individual in relation to his or her social environment.
Pertaining to both psychological and social realms of an individual and his/her environment. It may include internal elements, such as affect (mood) and cognition, as well as external elements, such as friend and family relationships or interpersonal skills.
Involving both the social and psychological aspects of a person's life. For example, psoriasis patients often report that the disease affects their self-confidence at work, at parties, or on dates.
Referring to factors that produce both psychological and social effects. For example, prolonged time on the afternoon-evening shift can isolate a worker from his or her children because they are often either in school or asleep when the shift worker is home; this produces social isolation and is often accompanied by psychological responses of concern or guilt. Psychosocial factors are the primary determinants of the acceptability of various shift work schedules.
Of or relating to the relationship between social factors and individual thought and behaviour.
term used to underline the close relationship between psychological and social effects of a patient's illness.
Pertaining to a combination of psychological and social factors.
refers to factors that affect the psychological or social realm. Psychosocial factors (e.g., socioeconomic status, education, family situation) may make an important contribution to disease risk and progression, and are an essential aspect of a person's well-being.
Of or involving the influence of social factors or human interactive behaviour.
the psychological and social aspects of a person, for example, marital status, age, education, support network, and coping skills.
the psychological and/or social aspects of health, disease, treatment, and/or rehabilitation.
Involving both psychological and social aspects, or relating social conditions to mental health.
Involving both social and psychological behavior.
Pertaining to one's psychological development in the context of one's social environment.
pertaining to, or involving, both psychic and societal functions. Recovery period: the period after exercise during which metabolism, and therefore energy expenditure, will remain increased.
Psychosocial refers to one's psychological development in the context of a social environment. It was first commonly used by psychologist Erik Erikson in his stages of social development. Contrasted with social psychology, which attempts to explain social patterns of behavior in a general sense, the term "psychosocial" can be used to describe the unique internal processes that occur within the individual.