SOC 249 Sociology of Mental DisorderSociology (2009-2010)
An examination of sociological research and theory in the field of mental disorder particularly as they apply to issues of law and social control. Topics include mental health legislation; the medical model of mental "illness"; the epidemiology of mental disorder; family processes and psychiatric hospitalization; public attitudes and social stigma; and specific forms of mental disorder.
Prerequisites: SOC 101 or 120R
Notes: Offered at St. Jerome's University
Sections For Fall 2009
SOC 249 is not held in Fall 2009
Sections For Spring 2009
SOC 249 is not held in Spring 2009