The development and implementation of the behavioral sciences' contribution to the health-related disciplines, depends on each discipline's willingness to develop new perspectives, make a joint effort, and present relevant challenges. This article attempts to present a collaboration modality to encourage meaningful participation of psychologists/counselors in health education within a community framework. Psychoeducation and a five-level intervention modality are suggested as the basis for new perspectives and methodologies.
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