Health Inequalities

Question 1

What are the 4 Different Types of Theoretical Explanations for Social Inequalities? Describe Each.

Answer 1

1. Artefact
   - argues that inequalities in class and health are not real but artificial
2. Natural and Social Selection
   - health status affects social position - poor health, poorer job, lower social class
3. Materialistic
   - impact of poverty, income, material deprivation, unemployment
4. Cultural/Behaviour
   - difference in the way individuals choose to lead their life

Question 2

What are Examples of Acceptable and Unacceptable Health Inequalities?

Answer 2

acceptable - age, gender
unacceptable - social, economic and political factors

Question 3

Difference between Equality and Equity

Answer 3

Equality - everyone receives same treatment
Equity - treatment is proportional and fair with equal access

Question 4

What are 6 Roles for the Dentist?

Answer 4

• tailor the response
• build on community assests
• emphasis early years and early intervention
• family focus
• understanding of patients circumstances
• become advocates for health