In contrast to the biopsychosocial model, the biomedical model theorizes that illnesses are caused solely by biological processes.

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The biomedical model does propose that illnesses are caused by biological factors such as genetic predisposition, biochemical imbalances, and pathogens, and does not take into account psychological and social factors that may also contribute to the development and progression of illness.

In Contrast to the Biopsychosocial Model, the Biomedical Model Theorizes