Psychological and Social Factors in Mental Health Disorders While neurological imbalances set the stage, mental health disorders don’t exist in isolation. Psychological and social factors interact with biology, influencing how symptoms emerge and persist. Psychological Factors: 🧠 Cognitive Patterns – Negative thinking styles, rumination, 🔄 Early Trauma & Stress – Childhood adversity, such as neglect or abuse, can rewire the brain’s stress response 🌪 Personality & Coping Mechanisms – Traits like perfectionism or high neuroticism may increase susceptibility to anxiety and depression. Meanwhile, unhealthy coping mechanisms (e.g., substance use) can worsen mental health conditions. Social Factors: Environment Shapes the Brain 🌍 Family & Relationships – Supportive relationships act as a protective factor, while toxic or neglectful environments can trigger or worsen mental illness. 💰 Socioeconomic Status – Financial stress, job insecurity, and poor access to healthcare can increase the likelihood of mental health issues. 📱 Cultural & Societal Pressures – Stigma, discrimination #MentalHealthAwareness #BiopsychosocialModel #BrainHealth #Neuroscience