The Palgrave Handbook of Social Theory in Health, Illness and Medicine

The Palgrave Handbook of Social Theory in Health, Illness and Medicine

1st Edition 2015

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Publisher's Synopsis

This wide-reaching handbook offers a new perspective on the sociology of health, illness and medicine by stressing the importance of social theory. Examining a range of classic and contemporary female and male theorists from across the globe, it explores various issues including chronic illness, counselling and the rising problems of obesity.

Book information

ISBN: 9781349470228
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan UK
Imprint: Palgrave Macmillan
Pub date:
Edition: 1st Edition 2015
Language: English
Number of pages: 710
Weight: 1128g
Height: 159mm
Width: 286mm
Spine width: 2mm