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Bio-Behavioral Adaptation Model

Meaning

The Bio-Behavioral Adaptation Model is a conceptual framework describing the dynamic interplay between an individual’s physiological status and their resultant coping behaviors. It posits that measurable biological shifts, such as changes in hormone levels or autonomic tone, directly influence cognitive processing and subsequent behavioral responses. Understanding this bidirectional communication is essential for effective long-term health management. This model bridges endocrinology with applied psychology. It emphasizes that biology dictates behavioral capacity.