Which SDOH domain includes discrimination and social support?

• A. Economic stability
• B. Education access & quality
• C. Social & community context
• D. Neighborhood & built environment

Answer: (C)

Discrimination and social support are part of the social & community context in the set of social determinants of health. This domain focuses on how people connect with others, the level of social integration, and the presence of support or stigma in a person’s life. Experiences of discrimination can create chronic stress and barriers to resources, while strong social support can buffer stress and promote healthier behaviors and better navigation of health care. The other domains cover separate areas: economic stability concerns financial resources and stability, education access & quality centers on education and health literacy, and neighborhood & built environment focuses on housing, safety, and physical surroundings. So discrimination and social support fit best within the social & community context.