Why Is the Social-Ecological Model Used in Public Health

Multiple Choice

Why is the social-ecological model used in public health?

A) To assess the relationship between the physical environment air, water, soil) and human health.
B) To consider the relationship between health and the multiple environmental influences on it, including personal biologic factors and interpersonal and community relationships.
C) To measure the spread of disease and health behaviors through social mechanisms.
D) To evaluate the effect of individual behavior on the health of the entire population.