In contrast to psychology, and the definition of the physiological response of 'distress', why do sociologists generally include 'stress' as a social determinant of health?

a. stress affects physiological health by increasing cortisol levels in the body
b. stress is often a psychosomatic response to environmental stimuli
c. stress is not a 'real' thing that can be observed or measured
d. social structures and the organization of groups/society can induce or alleviate stress


Ans: d. social structures and the organization of groups/society can induce or alleviate stress

Sociology

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