biopsychosocial formulation

A biopsychosocial formulation is a way that mental health professionals understand a person's issues by considering three interconnected factors: biological (like genetics and brain chemistry), psychological (thoughts, emotions, behaviors), and social (relationships, environment, cultural influences). By looking at all these aspects together, professionals can get a comprehensive view of what might be contributing to a person's challenges, which helps in creating more effective, personalized treatment plans. It's a holistic approach that recognizes human experiences are shaped by complex interactions between our biology, mind, and social context.