Exploring Biopsychosocial and Biomedical Models in Health Research

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HEALTH PSYC chapter 3 and 4 WEEK 4 discussion: biopsychosocial and biological models This week, we have focused on two very important models of health – the biopsychosocial model and the biomedical model. After briefly defining both models, select one to look at in more detail. Next, find a recent research article where the model you selected is demonstrated in the research. For example, if you selected the biomedical model you might select a disease such as Alzheimer’s to look at more closely. Please share at least 2 new things you learned about the disease from a recent article you should find. For example, here is an article discussing the use of animal models in researching Alzheimer’s disease. Two points I would discuss further based on the article would be 1) specific changes in proteins in the brain and 2) gene targeting. If you choose the biopsychosocial model, you could select an article such as this one about stress management techniques improving health. The two points I could include would be 1) Religion and nature are two common coping methods for help with stress and 2) cardiovascular disease is positively impacted by the concept of self-distancing. Be sure to share the link to the article as well as fully and completely elaborate on the topic you select by writing at least 300 words. Make sure to discuss these models with at least two of your peers.  NEURO PSYC chapter 4 WEEK 4 DISCUSSION: course insights Prompt: In Chapter 3 of the McHenry textbook, we are exposed to how the brain Initial Prompt: Select any topic covered, to-date, in the McHenry or Preston textbooks, (McHenry Chs 1 – 4; Preston Chs 1 – 2). Compose a 200-word minimum, two paragraph post.  In the first paragraph, summarize the key points of the topic you wish to address.  In the second paragraph, address why you found this topic interesting.  Include insights, real-life examples or experiences, and/or how this information might be useful to you now or in the future. Copy and paste the below headings into your blank document or discussion comment box and then add relevant content under each one: Key Points Insights References WEEK 4 essay This two-page, formatted, and cited essay paper will explore the role of mental health professionals regarding patient assessments and interventions. Use the  Week 4 Essay Template Week 4 Essay Template - Alternative Formats below to guide the structure and content. RSCH 4050 chapter 5 and 7 WEEK 4 workshop forum: annotated bibliography See the  Annotated Bibliography Template [DOCX] Annotated Bibliography Template [DOCX] - Alternative Formats document for the required heading structure and required content. This week is one of four Workshop Discussion Forums you will participate in during this course.  In the workshop forums, you will post draft content in the discussion forum and then interact with your instructor and classmates to refine your content, as applicable.  It is important (and a gradable requirement) that you incorporate revisions requested by your instructor into your content.  The revised content will then be used as a foundation for the paper assignment.  If the forum content is not revised and approved, then the assignment paper will also be incorrect.  It is advantageous to check into the forum each day after posting your initial post to see your...