Many of the social and behavior determinants which impact health have a disproportionate impact upon racial and ethnic minorities, as demonstrated in the indicators in this scorecard.

Social and behavioral determinants make up the largest group of factors that determine health.   The social factors which have the most significant impact on poor health for Arkansans include exposure to violence, exposure to suicide, having a family member in prison, and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).  Behavioral determinants which have a negative impact include drug, alcohol, and tobacco use, obesity and exercise, sleep patterns, and safe practices while in a car (using a seatbelt) and operating a motorcycle (wearing a helmet).