Understanding the Sociology of Health

Understanding the Sociology of Health continues to offer an easy to read introduction to sociological theories essential to understanding the current health climate. Up-to-date with key policy and research, and including case studies and exercises to critically engage the reader, this book shows how sociology can answer complex questions about health and illness, such as why health inequalities exist.   To better help with your studies this book contains: ·         a global perspective with international examples; ·         a new chapter on health technologies; ·         online access to videos of the author discussing key topics as well as recommended further readings; ·         a glossary, chapter summaries and reflective questions to help you engage with the subject.   Though aimed primarily at students on health and social care courses and professions allied to medicine, this textbook provides valuable insights for anyone interested in the social aspects of health.Additional ISBNs: 147392944X, 1473995116, 1473995124, 1473929458, 9781473929449, 9781473995116, 9781473995123, 9781473929456Understanding the Sociology of Health: An Introduction 4th Edition is written by Anne-Marie Barry; Chris Yuill and published by Sage Publications Ltd (UK). The Digital and eTextbook ISBNs for Understanding the Sociology of Health are 9781473995109, 1473995108 and the print ISBNs are 9781473929449, 147392944X.