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The Role of Primary Care in Promoting Mental Health Marianne Kobus-Matthews

Figure 1: Two-Continuum Model of Mental Health

BPSS ModelBODY SPIRIT/

SOUL

PSYCHE SOCIETY

• Senses• Biophysiology• Biochemistry• Lifestyle Habits

• Thoughts/Pattern• Emotion• Memories• Association

• Spirituality• Nature Connection • Religion• Ancestral tradition• Meaning & Purpose

• Family & Friends• Work/School• Community• Professional Support

Am J Psychitry. 1980 May;137(5):535-44. The clinical application of the biopsychosocial model.Engel GLJ Syst Therapies. 2006; 25 (3): 4-24. Systemic assessment and treatment of Depression and Anxiety in Families: The BPSS in Practice. Payne A et alNational Cente of Cultural Competence: http://nccc.georgetown.edu/body_mind_spirit/

Definition of Mental Health

the capacity "to feel, think and act in ways that enhance our ability to enjoy life and

deal with the challenges we face.

It is a positive sense of emotional and spiritual well-being that respect the importance of

culture, equity, social justice, interconnections and personal dignity"

Public Health Agency of Canada [OHAC], 2006