Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health (pronounced: /bɪˈheɪvjərəl hɛlθ/) is a term used to refer to the connection between behaviors and the health and well-being of the body, mind, and spirit. This includes a wide range of mental and emotional well-being issues, such as mental health, addiction, and recovery.
Etymology
The term "Behavioral Health" is derived from the word "behavior" which comes from the late Middle English: from behave, on the pattern of demeanour, and "health" which comes from the Old English hǣlth, of Germanic origin; related to whole.
Related Terms
- Mental Health: A person’s condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being.
- Addiction: The fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance or activity.
- Recovery: A return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength.
- Psychiatry: The medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders.
- Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
- Therapy: Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.
- Counseling: The provision of assistance and guidance in resolving personal, social, or psychological problems and difficulties.
See Also
References
- American Psychological Association. (n.d.). Behavioral health. In APA dictionary of psychology. Retrieved from https://dictionary.apa.org/behavioral-health
- Merriam-Webster. (n.d.). Behavioral health. In Merriam-Webster.com dictionary. Retrieved from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/behavioral%20health
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Behavioral Health
- Wikipedia's article - Behavioral Health
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