DESCRIPTION : This area of concentration is intended to familiarize the student with the biopsychosocial approach to medical problems. Implicit in such an approach is a consideration of the social and psychological factors which impinge on individuals in sickness and in health. Because the nature of the area to be considered is so broad, a wide range of Type A and Type B electives may be drawn from in order to satisfy the requirement of this Area of Concentration. In addition, MAPS, undergraduate or graduate courses, research experiences, and student-initiated electives will be acceptable if they are suitable. Because a number of offerings are also listed in Geriatric, Psychiatric, Pediatric, and Family Medicine Areas of Concentration it should be relatively simple for students to pursue this Area of Concentration while maintaining interest in these fields.
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