Social Prescribing

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Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊʃəl prɪˈskraɪbɪŋ/

Definitions of social prescribing

noun a method of healthcare that involves referring patients to non-medical activities or services to improve their overall well-being and quality of life

Example Sentences

A1 Social prescribing is when healthcare professionals refer patients to community activities.

A2 Patients can benefit from social prescribing by engaging in activities like gardening or art classes.

B1 Social prescribing has been shown to improve patients' mental health and well-being.

B2 Some healthcare systems have implemented social prescribing programs to address non-medical needs of patients.

C1 Research has indicated that social prescribing can reduce healthcare costs by promoting preventative care.

C2 The effectiveness of social prescribing interventions may vary depending on the individual's social and economic circumstances.

Examples of social prescribing in a Sentence

formal Social prescribing is a healthcare model where healthcare professionals refer patients to non-medical activities to improve their overall well-being.

informal My doctor recommended social prescribing for my anxiety, so now I'm trying out yoga and art classes.

slang I never thought social prescribing would actually work, but now I'm feeling more connected and motivated.

figurative Social prescribing is like a prescription for your soul, helping you find joy and purpose outside of traditional medicine.

Grammatical Forms of social prescribing

past tense

social prescribed

plural

social prescribings

comparative

more social prescribing

superlative

most social prescribing

present tense

social prescribes

future tense

will social prescribe

perfect tense

have social prescribed

continuous tense

is social prescribing

singular

social prescribing

positive degree

social prescribing

infinitive

to social prescribe

gerund

social prescribing

participle

social prescribed

Origin and Evolution of social prescribing

First Known Use: 2008 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The concept of social prescribing originated in the United Kingdom as a way to address social determinants of health and connect patients with non-medical support in their communities.
Evolution of the word: Initially used in the healthcare sector, the term 'social prescribing' has evolved to encompass a broader range of social interventions aimed at improving overall well-being and quality of life.