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Socioeconomic Determinants

Meaning

The non-medical factors in an individual’s life—including income, educational attainment, employment status, neighborhood environment, and social support networks—that profoundly influence their overall health status and access to quality healthcare. These determinants exert a powerful, often overlooked, impact on physiological processes, including chronic stress levels and subsequent endocrine dysregulation. Addressing these systemic factors is crucial for achieving equitable and comprehensive hormonal health outcomes.