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Overview
-Rick Thomas brings his 30 years experience in the field to the text making it very applied and accessible.
-Lots of boxed material.
-"Recommended" purchase for all librarians as reviewed in the June 2004 issue of CHOICE.
Synopsis
Providing needed information for both sociologist and healthcare professions, this book applies current sociological concepts to healthcare issues, including the latest findings from health services research and applications of sociology in understanding the U.S. healthcare system. Thomas (a career health professional with a medical sociology background) engages readers with clear writing, numerous real-life examples, and illustrative boxed material highlighting key information. Topics include the language of health care, the interface of the social system and culture, major topics in social epidemiology, and mental disorders in America. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR