SOC 381
Sociology of Medicine
Section: 001

Course Description

Use of theory and empirical studies to understand the social etiology of disease health practices, practitioners, and institutions, and the special area of mental health. Historical as well as contemporary examples of social influences on, and effects of, health throughout the world, but especially in the United States. Core sociological concepts, methods, theories.

Fall 2025

Instructors

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
August 18, 2025
Classes End:
December 2, 2025
Location:
00123 Tompkins Hall
Class Days:
T H
Class Start Time:
8:30am
Class End Time:
9:45am

Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: 200 level Sociology