What are the three theories that are used as alternatives to the biological explanation of racial disparities in healthcare and how are these theories different from the biological explanation?
What will be an ideal response?
The three alternative theories from the contemporary literature are that(1) racial differences really represent class differences, (2) exposure to discrimination and racism in everyday life may increase stress, and (3)there are differences in the quality of healthcare treatment that African Americans receive. These theories all emphasize social differences that have an impact on a person's healthcare.
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