Which of the following is a social determinant of psychosocial wellbeing?

• A. Income does not influence wellbeing.
• B. Housing stability and access to healthcare are examples of social determinants.
• C. Genetics are the only determinants.
• D. Individual attitude is the determinant.

Answer: (B)

Social determinants are the external conditions that shape a person’s psychosocial wellbeing—the environments and systems people live within, like housing, income, education, social support, and access to services. Housing stability and access to healthcare are classic examples because they are external factors that either enable or hinder mental health and overall wellbeing. If housing is unstable, constant stress, insecurity, and disrupted routines can take a toll on mood, sleep, and functioning. Ready access to healthcare supports the timely management of physical and mental health, reduces barriers to treatment, and strengthens coping resources. By contrast, genetics are biological factors, and attitude is an internal psychological factor, while the claim that income does not influence wellbeing overlooks how financial resources affect living conditions and access to care. So these housing and healthcare aspects best illustrate the social determinants of psychosocial wellbeing.