Socioeconomic factors affect health through multiple pathways:
1. Behavioral Pathways: Individuals with lower income and education levels may have limited access to healthy food, safe exercise environments, and knowledge about healthy behaviors.
2. Psychosocial Pathways: Stress associated with financial instability, job insecurity, and poor living conditions can lead to adverse health outcomes such as mental health disorders and substance abuse.
3. Environmental Pathways: Poor neighborhoods may have higher exposure to pollutants, inadequate housing, and limited access to healthcare facilities.
