Discuss the different types of research methods used in Health Psychology?

1) In what ways can we describe “health” as not only the absence of disease, but as a positive condition? Discuss the different types of research methods used in Health Psychology? When examining research questions, what are some of the advantages and disadvantages to each method that a researcher might choose?

2) Although the biopsychosocial model of health is a useful model of health, it may present possible challenges in implementation. What are the benefits and challenges to using this model of health (mental and physical) in the health and helping professions? How does this model differ from the biomedical model? Use specific examples from your personal and/or professional life. Be sure to only disclose to your comfort level, and if you use examples of others, change their names to protect their identity.
3)What is a question that researchers in health psychology might want answered about the function of three of the biological systems? You may choose from the cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, immune, or reproductive systems. Explain the role of the three systems that you chose.

4)There were several different theories of health behavior described in the textbook. Which of these models appeals to you and why? Use specific examples to support your answer.

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