Homework
Select a physical or mental issue that interests you that has gender-related differences, and explore this health issue in some depth.
Four-page homework:
I. Briefly describe the physical or mental health issue you have selected.
II. Compare (similarities and differences) the following factors for men and women:
i. The incidence, mortality rate, diagnosis, and prognosis of that health issue
ii. The lifestyle and behavior differences that lead to and/or may prevent the health issue
iii. Issues related to health care access, diagnosis, and treatment by health care professionals
III. Discuss your insights on gender differences and your thoughts about how these gender differences might impact individuals from each gender, the health care system, and society as a whole.
References should come from Brannon, L. (2017). Gender: Psychological perspectives (7th ed.). New York, NY: Routledge. Chapter 13, "Health and Fitness"
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.