Family structure and health, how companionship acts as a buffer against ill health

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Health and well-being are the result of synergistic interactions among a variety of determinants. Family structure and composition are social determinants that may also affect health behaviours and outcomes. This study was performed...

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Main Authors: Kizuki Masashi, Nakamura Keiko, Turagabeci Amelia R, Takano Takehito
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-11-01
Series:Health and Quality of Life Outcomes
Online Access:http://www.hqlo.com/content/5/1/61