Definition

The study of how energy moves and changes in living things and their surroundings, or a therapy that uses physical activities and breathing to improve mental and physical health.

Example

Bioenergetics helps people understand the energy processes in their bodies and can aid in therapy.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of bioenergetics?

Yeah, I think it's about how energy flows in living things, right?

Exactly! It’s fascinating how it relates to both biology and psychology.

I agree! It really shows how our bodies and emotions are connected.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bioenergetics is formed from "bio-" (from Greek "bios", meaning life) and "energetics" (from Greek "energeia", meaning activity or operation). The term refers to the study of energy flow and transformation in living systems, essentially the energy of life.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bio' meaning life and 'energetics' relating to energy and activity. This helps you remember that bioenergetics is all about the energy processes that sustain life.

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