ECON 233 - Economics of Unhealthy Behaviors

Institution:

Bates College

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Description:

People regularly engage in risky and unhealthy behaviors. This course examines the underlying economic concepts and social implications for such behaviors in the context of the U.S. health care system and other government policies. As they gain a firm understanding of public and private health insurance and health care delivery systems, students explore the economics of behaviors that contribute to the demand for health care. Such behaviors may include overeating, under-exercising, drug abuse, drunk driving, unsafe sex, suicide, and compulsive gambling. Prerequisite(s): Economics 101. Enrollment limited to 25. Normally offered every year. N. Tefft.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bates.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 786-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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