Causation: This is the action of causing something. It's similar to etiology but more general - not just related to diseases or disorders.
Pathogenesis: This term refers specifically to how a disease develops in the body. It's like etiology but focuses on physical illnesses rather than psychological ones.
Risk Factors: These are characteristics that increase someone’s chances of developing a disease or health disorder. They're part of what psychologists look at when studying etiology.