Answer to Question #253080 in Sociology for Karen

Question

How does social exclusion affect health outcomes for groups and/or individuals?

Answer 1

Because there is no universal definition of social exclusion, defining and directing a typical health relationship with health is complicated. When you examine the various proxy indicators that are used, the problem gets even more complex. There is very little empirical research on the explicit link between social exclusion and health inequality. Instead, research concentrates on a single dimension or group, narrowing the scope and conceptualizing social exclusion as a state.' Social exclusion has a direct impact on health through its expressions in the system and an indirect effect on health through altering economic and other social inequities. These inequities exacerbate social isolation, resulting in a vicious cycle.