Asked by Britney Joseph on Jun 12, 2024
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Juan and Juliana moved to the United States from Mexico two years ago and just had their first baby.Although Juan and Juliana's SES is lower than that of their native-born peers,their baby was born at a healthy weight.This phenomenon is called the _____ paradox.
A) immigrant
B) refugee
C) native-born
D) SES
Immigrant Paradox
The phenomenon where immigrants, despite facing socioeconomic disadvantages, often exhibit better physical and mental health outcomes than native-born populations.
SES
Socioeconomic status, a combined measure that typically includes a person's income, education level, and occupational status.
Native-born Peers
Individuals born in a particular country, compared to those who have immigrated, especially in relation to social, educational, or workplace integration.
- Understand the effect of a mother's health status, her age, and surrounding environmental aspects on the probability of giving birth to infants with low weight or genetic anomalies.
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CA
Christopher AniusJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The phenomenon described is known as the immigrant paradox, which refers to the seemingly better health outcomes among immigrants despite facing socioeconomic disadvantage.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the effect of a mother's health status, her age, and surrounding environmental aspects on the probability of giving birth to infants with low weight or genetic anomalies.