What is a key difference between men and women in terms of health and social support?

a) Men have better health when they have social support, while women have better health when they provide support.
b) Men have better health when social support is peripheral, while women have better health when social support is direct.
Consider This: Women are often the caregivers in society.
LO 10.4: Relate stress coping with personal traits, behavior and social support
c) Men have better health when they have social support, while women have better health when they are alone.
Consider This: Women are often the caregivers in society.
LO 10.4: Relate stress coping with personal traits, behavior and social support
d) Men have better health when they are alone, while women have better health with larger social networks.
Consider This: Women are often the caregivers in society.
LO 10.4: Relate stress coping with personal traits, behavior and social support


ANS: a

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