The Biomedical and Social Models of Health

What this note covers

1. The biomedical model of health: definition and focus
2. Strengths and limitations of the biomedical model
3. The social model of health: current scope and application
4. Strengths and limitations of the social model
5. Why the two models are complementary
6. Applying and comparing the models in exam responses

6 sections · 12 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes