The Biopsychosocial Model and Its Impact on Modern Healthcare: A Focus on the Young Generation of Healthcare Professionals

Title: The Biopsychosocial Model and Its Impact on Modern Healthcare: A Focus on the Young Generation of Healthcare Professionals Author: Htet Lin AungPublished in: Global Health Insights, 14 December 2024DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.14497937 This paper examines the biopsychosocial model of health, originally developed by George L. Engel, which integrates biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding and treating health conditions. In contrast to the traditional biomedical model that focuses primarily on physical symptoms, the biopsychosocial model emphasizes a holistic approach, considering the interconnection between genetics, mental health, and social environments. The article highlights how these elements contribute to health outcomes, particularly in the context of young healthcare professionals. It advocates for integrating this model into healthcare systems to promote more personalized, compassionate, and comprehensive care. The paper also reflects on the challenges healthcare professionals face in adopting this approach, including the need for additional training and overcoming patient resistance. Furthermore, it explores the positive trends among the new generation of healthcare professionals, who are increasingly incorporating this model into their practice through interdisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered care. KEYWORDS Biopsychosocial model, holistic healthcare, stress and health, genetic predisposition, social determinants of health, healthcare disparities, integrated healthcare, emotional well-being, health outcomes, traditional biomedical model, interconnectedness of health factors.