"Contextual factors" refer to the various things in a particular situation or environment that can influence or affect the outcome or understanding of something.
The influence of contextual factors on public health has been considered as important in recent public health research [1]. (scirp.org)
The less well - defined role for the father may therefore be shaped to a greater extent by negotiations between parents, and by other contextual factors. (gov.scot)
It is important to identify these unique contextual factors in order to respond to them effectively. (slaw.ca)