The social aspects of health and illness. Medical concerns such as medical education and illness behavior are used to answer basic sociological questions, and sociological findings are used to contribute answers to medical problems. Topics include societal perceptions of health and illness, the patient's role, health as a social institution, and organization of health care. Sociology 1 or permission of the instructor. Inquiry is also directed toward the process and institution of public opinion and its place in the communication network.
Propaganda is investigated as it offers a perspective on the nature of communication.
Sociology 1 or permission of the instructor. The social and cultural aspects of stratification phenomena, emphasizing American stratification. Cross-cultural stratification systems are also discussed. Sociology 1 or permission of the instructor. An analysis of current economic institutions and their impact of people in society.