Health, Illness, and Society: An Introduction to Medical Sociology

Health, Illness, and Society, Updated Second Edition is a comprehensive introduction to medical sociology, covering health and illness behaviors, social determinants of illness, the health professions, and the U.S. health care system. It also critically examines the Affordable Care Act and other recent health care reform efforts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 02 January 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Health, Illness, and Society, Updated Second Edition, is a comprehensive yet concise introduction to medical sociology. Authored by Steven Barkan, the book offers a user-friendly approach to understanding health and illness behaviors, the social determinants of illness, the health professions and health care system in the United States, and the comparative aspects between the U.S. system and other countries.

In addition to providing a thorough overview, the book critically examines the achievements and limitations of the Affordable Care Act and other recent health care reform efforts. Each chapter begins with learning questions to engage students and "Health and Illness in the News" cases that relate the chapter's content to contemporary events. Chapter summaries reinforce key ideas, while "Give it Some Thought" boxes encourage critical thinking.

This updated second edition is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and professionals interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the social and cultural factors that shape health and illness. It serves as a valuable tool for those seeking to explore the complex relationships between health, society, and the healthcare system, and provides a foundation for further research and analysis in this field.

Weight: 722g
Dimension: 253 x 179 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538177648
Edition number: Updated Second Edition