The ICF model describes the impact of health conditions on people’s lives. The ICF has two parts: Part one covers functioning and disability and includes body functions and structures, and activity and participation; Part two covers contextual factors, including environmental and personal factors.
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Carey, L., Baum, C. (2013). World Health Organization International. In: Runehov, A.L.C., Oviedo, L. (eds) Encyclopedia of Sciences and Religions. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-8265-8_200695
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