Women with food insecurity are more likely than men to experience (select all that apply)

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Mood disorder. Women with food insecurity are more likely to experience mood disorders due to the psychological stress and emotional impact of not having consistent access to an adequate food supply. This can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. Choice B: Diabetes is not directly linked to food insecurity and affects both men and women. Choice C: Heart disease is more related to dietary habits and lifestyle factors, rather than food insecurity specifically affecting women more than men. Choice D: Anxiety disorder can be a consequence of food insecurity, but it is not more likely to be experienced by women compared to men in this context.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Employed. Food insecurity is often linked to low income. Many food insecure households are employed but earn low wages, making it difficult to afford an adequate diet. Seniors on fixed incomes (choice A) may also face food insecurity but are not the majority. Collecting unemployment insurance (choice C) is temporary and does not account for most food insecure households. Living on social assistance (choice D) may contribute to food insecurity, but it is not as prevalent as low-wage employment among food insecure households.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Immigrants and refugees. They are disproportionately in core housing need due to factors like language barriers, lack of social networks, discrimination, and limited access to affordable housing programs. Dual parent households (A) may face financial challenges, but not necessarily core housing need. Those born in Canada (C) are not automatically at higher risk. Those without disabilities (D) may still face housing insecurity, but it is not as directly linked to core housing need as it is for immigrants and refugees.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Improved respiratory health. Climate change leads to worsened air quality, increasing respiratory issues. Heat stress (A), physical trauma (B), and adverse birth outcomes (C) are all directly linked to climate change through extreme weather events and environmental changes. Improved respiratory health is not a consequence of climate change; in fact, it is typically worsened due to factors like air pollution and allergens.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: FALSE. Lead poisoning can cause permanent damage to various organs, especially the brain, kidneys, and nervous system. Once lead accumulates in the body, it can be challenging to remove completely, leading to long-term health consequences. Reversing the effects of lead poisoning is difficult and may not be possible in some cases. Therefore, the statement that health consequences of lead poisoning are reversible is inaccurate. Choices A, C, and D are not applicable as the correct answer clearly states that the statement is false.