Give an example of how a biological injury triggers psychological and social effects.

• A. An injury (Bio) causes fear of re-injury (Psycho) which leads to social withdrawal and inability to perform daily activities (Social).
• B. Injury causes immediate full recovery.
• C. Bullying improves mood.
• D. Social support has no effect.

Answer: (A)

When a physical injury occurs, its effects often extend beyond the body to the mind and to the person’s social world. This reflects the biopsychosocial perspective: biological damage can trigger psychological responses—like fear of re-injury or anxiety—that influence how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, and these mental states can then shape social participation and daily functioning. The example clearly shows this cascade: an injury leads to fear of re-injury, which contributes to social withdrawal and an inability to perform daily activities. In real-life practice, addressing these psychological and social aspects is essential to help someone regain function and stay engaged in life beyond the injury.

Other options don’t fit because they either ignore these intertwined effects or state something inconsistent with established evidence. An injury that resolves immediately without psychological or social impact misses a common consequence of injury. Saying that bullying improves mood is not a constructive or accurate mechanism in this context. Claiming that social support has no effect contradicts substantial research showing that supportive relationships can buffer stress and aid recovery.