Body-Mind Relationship The body-mind relationship refers to the connection between physical health and mental well-being. It highlights how psychological factors (thoughts, emotions, stress) affect physical health and how bodily conditions influence mental states. This concept is fundamental in psychology, medicine, and holistic health care. 1. Theories of Body-Mind Relationship A. Psychosomatic Theory B. Biopsychosocial Model (George Engel) C. Holistic Health Model 2. Effects of the Mind on the Body A.