SOC 430 - Health and Social Behavior

Institution:

West Liberty University

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

What are the advantages and barriers to good health according to class, race, gender, age, geography? We examine the social processes involved in etiology, epidemiology, and treatment of illness, as well as relationships that affect patient care (e.g. doctor-nurse-patient communication). Contemporary healthcare policies and such issues as stress, alternatives to western medicine, and health maintenance organizations are also addressed.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.westliberty.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 336-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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