Why do health inequalities exist? How do gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity or class affect health? How do climate change and technology impact health and illness?
Written in a clear, student-friendly style, this is an exploration of the key sociological debates, themes and theories as they relate to health. Taking a global perspective, it is packed with comparative examples, case studies and activities, showing how sociology can answer complex questions about health and illness and make you a better practitioner.
In this book you will:
· Build your foundational knowledge with clear discussions of the research and perspectives within the sociology of health, along with a historical overview of the subject.
· Read chapters based on a diverse range of key themes from gender and sexuality to health inequalities, race, class, mental health and ageing.
· Apply what you've learnt across different cutting-edge contexts and real-life situations, including pandemics, policy, sport, and technology.
This textbook provides valuable insights for anyone studying health and social care, nursing or who is interested in the social aspects of health.
Section One: Theories, Perspectives and Contexts
Chapter 1: Sociological Theory: Explaining and Theorising
Chapter 2: Understanding Health and Wellbeing
Chapter 3: A Brief History of Health and Healing
Chapter 4: Climate Change, Nature and Wellbeing
Section Two: Key Themes
Chapter 5: Inequality and Health
Chapter 6: Gender and Health
Chapter 7: Race, Ethnicity and Health
Chapter 8: Mental Health
Chapter 9: Sexual Identities and Health (with Megan Todd)
Chapter 10: Sociology of the Body: Chronic Illness and Disability
Chapter 11: Health, Ageing and the Life Course
Section Three: Contexts
Chapter 12: Pandemics and Society
Chapter 13: Health Policy
Chapter 14: Sport, Health, Exercise and Wellbeing
Chapter 15: Death and Dying
Chapter 16: Health Technologies and Digital Societies
