SOC 316 - Mental Health and Society

Institution:

California State University-San Marcos

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Description:

Focuses on a sociological understanding of the definition, recognition, treatment and causes of mental illness. Particular emphasis will be placed on the social factors associated with mental health and illness, especially those related to social class, race and ethnicity, and gender. Examines the processes through which the family, community, and mental health care institutions respond to problems in living and the historical interpersonal processes that shape these responses. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for SOC 422.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csusm.edu

Phone Number:

(760) 750-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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