Chapter 4 Socioeconomic Inequalities in Health

Question 1

Mortality

Answer 1

Infants mortality is significantly lower among the wealthiest, and becomes increasingly higher among poor families.

Question 2

Morbidity

Answer 2

Children from poor families are more likely to be disabled, have a chronic disease, or mental disorders.
In adulthood, low income and low educational attainment are associated with a greater risk for a wide range of diseases.

Question 3

Health Behaviours

Answer 3

Health behaviours (smoking, binge drinking and physical inactivity) are patterned by socioeconomic position.