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What is the meaning of vulnerability in social sciences?
Think about what situations people might find themselves in that make them at risk.
List the types of shocks discussed.
Consider both natural events and social/economic changes.
What are the three main forms of shocks discussed in this section?
Recall the examples we've discussed regarding shocks.
True or False: A community's social capital does not impact its vulnerability level.
Think about community support during crises.
Evaluate a local community facing rising sea levels—a real-world challenge. Identify what forms of capital they may lack and how this increases their vulnerability.
Consider both physical and social aspects and their interconnectedness.
Propose strategies that could be employed to mitigate the vulnerability of a group affected by economic shocks, utilizing the sustainable livelihood framework.
Think about what could help people not be reliant on a single income source.
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