<![CDATA[Various studies highlight health problems influenced by social factors, underscoring the need for integrated health promotion involving interprofessional roles. This study aims to identify the role of social workers in health promotion by reviewing behavioral health issues that significantly impact physical health. A systematic literature review was conducted, collecting 518 articles, with 27 selected based on inclusion criteria. These articles, published between 2015 and 2025 in PubMed and Scopus, underwent peer review. The articles were analyzed using the PICO framework, with searches based on the keywords “health-promoting universities,” “social work,” and “behavioral health.” The findings indicate that self-promotion, expert-led health promotion, and the contributions of health workers are key actors in addressing health issues tied to social determinants. These actors play critical roles in tackling mental health challenges, lifestyle risks, and social health concerns. This identification highlights opportunities for social workers to provide counseling, offer psychosocial support, enhance quality of life through empowerment, and foster community development. These roles represent the primary domain for social workers to actively contribute to integrated health promotion through interprofessional collaboration.]]>
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