Medical Psychology

Medical psychology is a field that explores how psychological factors influence health, illness, and medical treatment. It considers how a person's emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and social environment affect their physical health and recovery. Medical psychologists work with patients and healthcare teams to manage emotional responses to illness, improve treatment adherence, and promote overall well-being. They also study how stress, mental health, and behavioral patterns impact physical health conditions, aiming to integrate psychological care into medical settings for more effective and holistic healthcare outcomes.