psychosocial

American  

[sahy-koh-soh-shuhl] / ˌsaɪ koʊˈsoʊ ʃəl /

adjective

1. of or relating to the interaction between social and psychological factors.

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psychosocial British  

/ ˌsaɪkəʊˈsəʊʃəl /

adjective

1. of or relating to processes or factors that are both social and psychological in origin

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Other Word Forms

• psychosocially
  adverb

Etymology

Origin of psychosocial

First recorded in 1895–1900; psycho- + social

Example Sentences

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psychosocial

The review said that is a comprehensive assessment of young people was "fundamental, capturing individual physical, psychosocial, mental health, neurodiversity, and educational needs, enabling tailored interventions before any medical pathway is considered."

From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2026

In Gaza, Save the Children's local staff and partners "remain committed to providing crucial services for children", such as psychosocial support and education, a spokeswoman told AFP.

From Barron's ● Dec. 22, 2025

The team then examined how AVI related to cortisol, allostatic load and a range of psychosocial stress indicators, such as depression scores and perceived stress questionnaires.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 14, 2025

Looking at these disorders through a purely psychosocial lens is often well-intentioned, but can be harmful when patients have multiple diagnoses or underlying medical issues.

From Slate ● Sep. 15, 2025

Absorbing these psychosocial realities created all kinds of distortions and difficulties that manifest themselves today in multiple ways.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson