Asked by Anita Kuchlewski on Apr 25, 2024
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Marriage seems to offer some people some protection against heart disease. The best explanation for this protection is that marriage is related to ______, which in turn relates to _____.
A) income level . . . gender
B) gender . . . hypertension
C) social support . . . seeking health care
D) healthier diet . . . less cigarette smoking
Heart Disease
A term for any type of disorder that affects the heart's function, such as coronary artery disease or heart failure.
Social Support
The assistance or comfort provided by friends, family, or others in one's social network, which is critical for maintaining mental and physical health.
Health Care
The maintenance or improvement of health via the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, recovery, or cure of disease, illness, injury, and other physical and mental impairments in people.
- Comprehend the contribution of social factors, such as marriage, support systems, and social hierarchy, in diminishing or aggravating the risks associated with cardiovascular diseases.
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TB
taylor battaglia6 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Marriage provides social support which can encourage seeking health care and adopting healthier lifestyle habits, thus reducing the risk of heart disease. Income level, gender, hypertension, and smoking are all potential factors that may affect heart disease risk, but social support is the most widely accepted explanation for the protective effect of marriage.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the contribution of social factors, such as marriage, support systems, and social hierarchy, in diminishing or aggravating the risks associated with cardiovascular diseases.