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Five Most Commonly Studied Explanatory Mechanisms and Health Outcomes
| Explanatory mechanisms | No. of citing studies | Health outcomes | No. of citing studies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social and personal risks/resources | 20 | Self-rated health or health-related quality of life | 24 |
| Perceived discrimination | 19 | Depressive symptoms/episodes | 20 |
| Socioeconomic status or disadvantage | 19 | Cigarette consumption or alcohol/drug abuse | 16 |
| Health behaviors | 16 | BMI | 8 |
| Exposure to life adversities | 12 | Functional limitations/disability | 7 |
