However, this model presents a holistic and systemic approach and identifies the interaction and influence of various dimensions of the biological, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual environment on the individual. If we can Using an integrated approach to the study of addiction we should develop a more accurate picture of the difficulties created by addiction and what needs to be addressed in a particular treatment program. The biopsychosocial approach to understanding addiction can also be used to good effect when examining many different issues. For example, an exam of; Early school leaving or the development of a healthy eating lifestyle can also be examined through the multidimensional perspectives of the biopsychosocial approach. The biopsychosocial model proposes, and scientific evidence tends to confirm, that the interdependent factors: biological, psychological and social all end up influencing each other and feeding each other in an interdependent way and for these reasons, the biopsychosocial model has much to offer professionals who work in addiction treatment, prevention and research
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