Nathan Had a Falling Out with His Family, Dropped Out

question 67

Multiple Choice

Nathan had a falling out with his family, dropped out of school when he was 16 years old, and moved to a lower-income neighbourhood. Twenty years later, he has a mental illness that requires medical attention. According to the text, which of the following influences on his health does Nathan's experience reflect?

• A)social determinants
• B)personal determinants
• C) life course
• D) gender

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Definitions:

Taste Receptors

Specialized sensory cells located on the tongue that are responsible for detecting different types of tastes, such as sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Supertasters

Individuals who have a heightened sense of taste, often due to a greater number of taste buds on their tongue.

Umami

One of the five basic tastes, recognized for its savory flavor, which is attributed to the presence of glutamate and other amino acids.

Gustatory System

The sensory system responsible for the perception of taste and flavor.