Predisposing factors, such as a reduced threshold of nociception, precipitating stimuli, such as an injury, and maintaining processes, such as the expectation that the pain will persist, are all important in explaining pain.This describes ______.

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The diathesis-stress model explains how predisposing factors (like a reduced threshold of nociception), precipitating stimuli (such as an injury), and maintaining processes (such as the expectation of persistent pain) contribute to the development and maintenance of conditions, including pain.

Predisposing Factors, Such as a Reduced Threshold of Nociception, Precipitating