What Is an Example of How Health Affects Socioeconomic Status

question 111

Multiple Choice

What is an example of how health affects socioeconomic status?

• A)The higher social classes are more likely to be diagnosed and treated for mental illness.
• B)Physical and mental health problems limit the opportunity to pursue education and vocational training and/or employment
• C)Lower-class individuals experience greater adversity and stress as a result of their deprived and difficult living conditions.
• D)Individuals in higher social classes are less likely to be stigmatized for mental illness.

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