variations in health amongst pop groups Flashcards
name the 3
biological
sociocultural
environmental
biological def
factors relating to the body and the functioning of the body weight (body weight, blood pressure, brith weight, genetics)
examples of biological
sex : males accumulate excess fat in abdomens –> women hips
abdomen closer to heart –>males have an increased heart disease compared to women
examples of biological
hormones : individuals with higher testosterone tend to be more prone to risk taking –> drink driving –> injury
females undergo menopause –> oestrogen decline –> higher levels of osteoporosis
examples of biological
high blood pressure/cholesterol : some populations have a genetic predisposition for these conidiotns –> increase risk od developing chronic disease
sociocultural definition
Sociocultural factors are aspects of society and social situations that influence health.
(socioeconomic status, stress, food, security, access to health care)
examples of sociocultural
Gender roles and expectations : as males are usually seen as the primary income providers for family, unemployed males generally experience heightened levels of stress and anxiety increasing rates of depression
examples of sociocultural
access to healthcare : due to ‘macho’ notions of masculinity, males sometimes view accessing healthcare as a sign of weakness, leading to higher levels of undiagnosed chronic disease
examples of sociocultural
low levels of education/low rates of employment or job security: lack/poor quality education can lead to lesser understanding of disease risk factors, impairing health literacy which may result in misunderstanding of effects of addiction substances
examples of sociocultural
food security : leads to individuals not having sufficient nutritional intake
examples of sociocultural
cultural barriers: cultural or language barriers may prevent healthcare access so chronic conditions go undiagnosed or untreated
examples of sociocultural
social isolation : due to geographical location people may be isolated from friends and family which may increase levels of stress/anxiety and subsequently the risk of mental health conditions like health
environmental definitions
individuals physical surroundings that impact on health (housing , work, environment , urban design, air quality , climate change)
environmental examples
lack of health care facilities : many small communities in remote areas have fewer health resources or medical personnel –> serious condition may go undiagnosed
environmental examples
infrastructure : roads in remote areas tend to be more dangerous (e.g. less police)
environmental examples
harsh climate/uv exposure :
increase risk of skin cancer
