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Beyond Pedagogy: The Influence of Teacher Interpersonal Soft Skills on Undergraduate Student Engagement and Academic Achievement Musdiani Silalahi, Nurvita Sari
Budapest International Research and Critics in Linguistics and Education (BirLE) Journal Vol 9, No 1 (2026): Budapest International Research and Critics in Linguistics and Education, Februa
Publisher : BIRCU

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birle.v9i1.8189

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Psychological Dimensions of Pain: The Biopsychosocial Model and the Fear-Avoidance Cycle Musdiani Silalahi, Nurvita Sari
Budapest International Research in Exact Sciences (BirEx) Journal Vol 8, No 2 (2026): Budapest International Research in Exact Sciences, April
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birex.v8i2.8190

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The experience of pain cannot be explained solely through biological mechanisms. Psychological and social factors significantly influence how individuals perceive and respond to pain. This article examines the psychological dimension of pain through the biopsychosocial model and the fear-avoidance framework. The biopsychosocial model, first proposed by George L. Engel, emphasizes the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors in shaping health outcomes. Additionally, the fear-avoidance model explains how catastrophic interpretations of pain can lead to avoidance behavior, disability, and chronic pain conditions. Drawing on contemporary research, this article demonstrates that psychological processes such as beliefs, expectations, and emotional responses play a central role in pain persistence. The findings highlight the importance of addressing psychological and social dimensions in pain management strategies.