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Stratification, Inequality, and Social Class in the U.S.
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Section 5

The Impacts of Social Class

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Consequences of Social Class

One's position in the the social class hierarchy has far-reaching effects on their health, family life, education, etc.

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Physical Health

Social class is a strong social determinant of health.

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Mental Health

Different classes have different levels of access to treatment and encounter different mental health stressors.

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Family Life

Family life, including marriage, childbearing and household composition are strongly influenced by social class.

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Education

Educational attainment is tied to social class, with upper class individuals acquiring higher degrees from more prestigious schools.

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Religion

Social class is associated with individuals' religious affiliations and practices but not with religiosity itself.

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Politics

The higher one's social class, the higher their levels of political participation and political influence.

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Crime and Criminal Justice

Criminal justice is the system of practices and institutions of governments directed at deterring and mitigating crime.

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