Social and Cultural Factors Playing a Role in Ethnic Differences

Multiple Choice

Social and cultural factors playing a role in ethnic differences in Alzheimer's and other dementias is demonstrated by the fact that ______.

A) the risk factors for dementia, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes are higher in non-Hispanic whites
B) chronic diseases have a large lifestyle component and influenced by diet which is relatively the same across cultural groups
C) differences in education and socioeconomic status may account for ethnic differences in susceptibility
D) beliefs about aging, spirituality, and views of the medical profession have little effect on whether individuals seek treatment