Originally published at: https://integrallife.com/aqal-beyond-the-biopsychosocial-model/
The biopsychosocial model promised a more integrated psychiatric approach to patients. It assumed biological and psychosocial factors were paramount to effectively treat human disease and suffering. It has not, however, influenced conventional psychiatry as George Engel had envisioned. This article describes many of the strengths and weaknesses of the biopsychosocial model, as well as how AQAL and Integral Methodological Pluralism include the model’s partial truths and transcend its shortcomings.
Hi. I’m hoping I can get in touch with you, Barron, and get a copy of your article. I’m writing a paper that deals with the integral model as the one to use in college disability offices. How can I get in touch with you?