Social Aspects of Health, Illness and HealthcareThis core textbook is the ideal companion text for students studying the social aspects of health and illness, whether it is as part of a health studies degree, nursing or other professional qualification related to health, social care, youth and community work and social work. Written at an introductory level this book is suitable for students new to this subject and looking for a broad and accessible text for use throughout their studies. The book provides a comprehensive and contemporary exploration of a wide range of topics within the subject area of the social aspects of health, illness and healthcare. In so doing, it explores and explains the different relationships between social categories and health, different experiences of illness and the role of the healthcare provider in society. It includes self-contained chapters on:
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Contents
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Section 1 The relationship between social categories and health | 29 |
Section 2 The experience of health and illness | 99 |
Section 3 The delivery of healthcare | 167 |
Afterword | 219 |
Activity feedback | 223 |
Glossary | 237 |
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Adverts | 275 |
Back cover | 277 |