psychosocial
adjective
psy·cho·so·cial
ˌsī-kō-ˈsō-shəl 
1
: involving both psychological and social aspects
psychosocial adjustment in marriage
2
: relating social conditions to mental health
psychosocial medicine
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Working with government ministries and other partners, UNICEF is delivering primary health care, water and hygiene kits, mattresses, blankets and other supplies, along with psychosocial support services to mitigate impacts of the conflict on children's mental health.
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Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Approximately 2 million children have been left without access to education, psychosocial support and school feeding programs.
—Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 18 Sep. 2024
The study was meant to explore whether a strong bond with a pet could be the key to better mental health, particularly for women who are more prone to experiencing psychosocial stress.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 13 Aug. 2024
While medication for opioid use disorder is first-line treatment, individuals can benefit from additional psychosocial therapy and support.11
The duration of MAT programs can range from several months to years, and it is determined on a case-by-case basis.
—Phuoc Anh (anne) Nguyen, Pharmd, Ms, Verywell Health, 17 July 2024
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Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Approximately 2 million children have been left without access to education, psychosocial support and school feeding programs.
—Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 18 Sep. 2024
The study was meant to explore whether a strong bond with a pet could be the key to better mental health, particularly for women who are more prone to experiencing psychosocial stress.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 13 Aug. 2024
While medication for opioid use disorder is first-line treatment, individuals can benefit from additional psychosocial therapy and support.11
The duration of MAT programs can range from several months to years, and it is determined on a case-by-case basis.
—Phuoc Anh (anne) Nguyen, Pharmd, Ms, Verywell Health, 17 July 2024
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“Psychosocial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/psychosocial. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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psychosocial
adjective
psy·cho·so·cial
ˌsī-kō-ˈsō-shəl
1
: involving both psychological and social aspects
psychosocial adjustment in marriage
2
: relating social conditions to mental health
psychosocial medicine
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