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Social Networks and Health: Delving into the Connections

Description: Social Networks and Health: Delving into the Connections
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How do social networks influence health outcomes?

  1. Social networks provide emotional and social support.

  2. Social networks promote healthy behaviors.

  3. Social networks increase access to healthcare resources.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social networks can positively influence health outcomes by providing emotional and social support, promoting healthy behaviors, and increasing access to healthcare resources.

Which of the following is NOT a type of social network?

  1. Family and friends

  2. Coworkers

  3. Online communities

  4. Government agencies


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Government agencies are not considered social networks because they are not composed of individuals who interact with each other on a regular basis.

What is the term for the idea that people's health is influenced by the health of their social network members?

  1. Social contagion

  2. Social selection

  3. Social support

  4. Social capital


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social contagion refers to the idea that people's health is influenced by the health of their social network members, either through direct contact or through shared behaviors and norms.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of social support?

  1. Reduced stress

  2. Improved coping skills

  3. Increased self-esteem

  4. Increased risk of disease


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social support is generally associated with positive health outcomes, such as reduced stress, improved coping skills, and increased self-esteem. It does not typically increase the risk of disease.

What is the term for the idea that people's health is influenced by the characteristics of their social network, such as the size, density, and composition?

  1. Social capital

  2. Social support

  3. Social contagion

  4. Social selection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social capital refers to the idea that people's health is influenced by the characteristics of their social network, such as the size, density, and composition.

Which of the following is NOT a type of social capital?

  1. Structural social capital

  2. Cognitive social capital

  3. Emotional social capital

  4. Financial social capital


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Financial social capital is not a type of social capital. Social capital typically refers to the resources and benefits that individuals derive from their social networks, such as emotional support, information, and access to resources.

What is the term for the idea that people's health is influenced by their social status or position in society?

  1. Social selection

  2. Social support

  3. Social capital

  4. Social contagion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social selection refers to the idea that people's health is influenced by their social status or position in society. Individuals with higher social status tend to have better health outcomes than those with lower social status.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to social selection?

  1. Education

  2. Income

  3. Occupation

  4. Genetics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Genetics is not a factor that contributes to social selection. Social selection is based on social factors, such as education, income, and occupation.

What is the term for the idea that people's health is influenced by the norms and values of their social network?

  1. Social support

  2. Social capital

  3. Social contagion

  4. Social selection


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Social contagion refers to the idea that people's health is influenced by the norms and values of their social network. Individuals are more likely to adopt healthy behaviors if their social network members also engage in those behaviors.

Which of the following is NOT an example of social contagion?

  1. Smoking

  2. Obesity

  3. Physical activity

  4. Alcohol consumption


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Physical activity is not typically considered an example of social contagion, as it is generally seen as a positive behavior. Social contagion typically refers to the spread of negative or unhealthy behaviors.

What is the term for the idea that people's health is influenced by the social and physical environment in which they live?

  1. Social capital

  2. Social support

  3. Social contagion

  4. Social selection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social capital refers to the idea that people's health is influenced by the social and physical environment in which they live. This includes factors such as access to healthcare, housing, and education, as well as the quality of the social relationships in the community.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to social capital?

  1. Trust

  2. Reciprocity

  3. Norms

  4. Values


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Values are not typically considered a factor that contributes to social capital. Social capital is based on social factors, such as trust, reciprocity, and norms.

What is the term for the idea that people's health is influenced by the social and economic policies of their government?

  1. Social capital

  2. Social support

  3. Social contagion

  4. Social selection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social capital refers to the idea that people's health is influenced by the social and economic policies of their government. This includes factors such as access to healthcare, education, and housing, as well as the quality of the social relationships in the community.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to social capital?

  1. Government policies

  2. Economic policies

  3. Social norms

  4. Cultural values


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural values are not typically considered a factor that contributes to social capital. Social capital is based on social factors, such as government policies, economic policies, and social norms.

What is the term for the idea that people's health is influenced by the social and cultural context in which they live?

  1. Social capital

  2. Social support

  3. Social contagion

  4. Social selection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social capital refers to the idea that people's health is influenced by the social and cultural context in which they live. This includes factors such as the norms, values, and beliefs of the community, as well as the quality of the social relationships in the community.

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