Health Disparities Book Chapter

Ward-Peterson, M, Wagner, EF. (2020). Health Disparities . V4:51-V4:59. 10.1002/9781119057840.ch188

cited authors

  • Ward-Peterson, M; Wagner, EF

authors

abstract

  • Marginalized and medically underserved minority populations experience higher than average rates of illness, impairment, and death. These health and longevity disadvantages are referred to as health disparities, which are a function of social injustices. While the health risks and health problems experienced by minority individuals may be modifiable through conventional health psychology practices, the long-term elimination of health disparities is dependent on social change. Key conceptualizations for health disparities include contextual exposures, a life-course approach, and the consequences of discrimination, intersectionality, and residential segregation. Several historical and current examples illustrate the complex realities facing marginalized communities and serve as a call to action for health psychology scholars.

publication date

  • January 1, 2020

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

start page

  • V4:51-V4:59