SOC 225 - Medical Sociology

Institution:

Dean College

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Description:

The course focuses on the contribution of the social sciences to the field of medical care. Illness and treatment are defined from both biomedical and biopsychosocial perspectives. Sociological theories and studies are then brought to bear on the problems of definitions of illness, illness behavior and the accessibility and use of medical services, the organization of medical services, both in the United States and around the world, and the future of medicine. Offered every spring semester. Fulfills general education social science elective requirements.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dean.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 541-1900

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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