Glossary V
Glossary V
Vulnerability refers to susceptibility or tendency to develop a physical or mental disorder.
Deutsch: Vulnerabilitäts-Stress-Modell / Español: Modelo de vulnerabilidad-estrés / Português: Modelo de vulnerabilidade-estresse / Français: Modèle vulnérabilité-stress / Italiano: Modello vulnerabilità-stress
The Vulnerability-Stress Model is a foundational framework in psychology that explains the onset and progression of mental disorders by integrating biological, psychological, and environmental factors. It posits that psychological distress arises from the interaction between an individual's inherent vulnerabilities and external stressors, rather than from either factor alone. This model is widely applied in clinical psychology, psychiatry, and preventive mental health care to tailor interventions and risk assessments.