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Social Determinants of Health in America Research Paper
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Health Promotion StrategiesThe Z familys social determinates of health (SDOH) include their race, class, religion, and overall health status. The family is white, middle class, and has good health overall. Their diet is healthy, but the parents do not get enough exercise. The dad has prostate issues but does not want to see a doctor. The family trusts their issues mainly to God, and prays about things, and trusts to themselves when it comes to making the right health decisions. They have a lack of regard for the establishment of health care, seeing the health care industry as beholden to corporate interests that put profits before people. These factors all contribute to the familys health status.The impact of these SDOH relate to the conditions in which people are born, grow, work, live, and age, and the wider set of forces and systems shaping the conditions of daily life (Johnson, 2020). These forces and systems include features of the physical environment, economic and social policies, and social norms and attitudes (Crear-Perry et al., 2021). The term social determinants of health is used to describe the complex interplay between these factors that give rise to health disparities within and between populations.There is a growing recognition of the importance of SDOH in shaping population health patterns. In the United States, differences in income, education, employment, housing, food insecurity, neighborhood safety, and access to transportation have all been shown to contribute to health disparities. Addressing these social determinants is essential to achieving equitable health outcomes. Increasingly, evidence suggests that interventions aimed at improving SDOH can have a positive impact on health outcomes (Crear-Perry et al., 2021). For example, studies have shown that increasing access to affordable housing can lead to reductions in hospitalizations and emergency department visits among low-income families (Johnson, 2020). Similarly, increasing access to nutritious food can improve diet-related chronic diseases such as obesity and diabetes. Programs that provide job training and support have also been shown to improve mental health outcomes and reduce the risk…
…that the family may be unaware of. By taking into account both individual and environmental factors, the ecological model can create a comprehensive plan of action for the Z family.The ecological model is a commonly used framework for thinking about health promotion and disease prevention. This model posits that there are multiple levels of influence on health, from individual factors to societal determinants. To promote family health, it is important to take a systems-oriented approach that address all of these levels. For the Z family, this might involve providing educational materials on healthy eating and active living, as well as modeling these behaviors themselves. The family could also advocate for policy changes at the community level that would make it easier for families to live healthy lifestyles. Finally, they could work to build social connections with other families who are also striving to improve their health. By taking a comprehensive approach that addresses all levels of influence, the Z family can make lasting changes that will benefit their…
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