Question

Underlying social conditions of disease such as socioeconomic status, social inequality, community and neighborhood characteristics, exposure to stressful life events, and access to a supportive social network are referred to as:

Answer 1

The correct answer is fundamental causes of disease and illness. Underlying social conditions of disease such as socioeconomic status, social inequality, community and neighborhood characteristics, exposure to stressful life events and lack of supportive network are all core causes of disease and illness.