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Sociology as a definition

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The systematic study of social life, social changes, and the social causes and consequences of human behaviour

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Sociological Imagination

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A concept by C.W Mills that enables individuals to grasp the connection between personal experiences and larger social forces

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Scientific Method

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A systematic approach used in sociology to ensure that research is verifiable and falsifiable

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Critical Thinking

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The process of questioning common sense and maintaining a critical distance in sociological inquiry

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Social Capital

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The networks of relationships among people in a society that enables society to function effectively

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Biophysical Approach

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A model that considers biological, psychological and social factors in understanding health and illness

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Health Inequalities

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disparities in health outcomes and access to healthcare among different population groups

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Social Integration

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The process of integrating individuals into a society which can impact the mental health and well-being

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Structure and Agency

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A sociological concept that examines how social structures influence individual actions and vice versa

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Epidemiological Transition

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The shift in the patterns of mortality from infectious diseases to chronic illnesses as societies develop

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Social Gradient in Health

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The concept that health outcomes improve as socioeconomic status increases

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Health literacy

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the ability to access, understand, and use health information to make informed health decisions

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Social Change

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The transformation of culture, behaviour, social institutions, and social structure over time

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Health institutions

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Organizations that provide healthcare services and contribute to the health of populations

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Stigma

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The social disapproval or discrimination against individuals based on characteristics such as health status, disability or behaviour

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Solidarity

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A social bond that connects individuals through shared goals and responsibilities

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Social Regulation

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The ways in which society regulates individual behaviour through norms and laws

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Institutional Structures

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The established laws, practices, and organizations that shape social behaviour and interactions

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Relational Structures

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The social networks and relationships that influence individual behaviour and societal functioning

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T. Parsons concept of Sick Role

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Sociologist known for the concept of ‘sick role’ introduced in 1951 which describes the social expectations of individuals who are ill

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E. Goffmans Concept of Stigma

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focuses on how society labels and treats individuals with certain characteristics

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H. Beckers Boys in White

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a study examining the socialization of medical students and the medical profession

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M. Foucalts work on the power

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explores the relationship between power and knowledge, particularly in the context of health and medicine

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P. Bourdieus work on lifestyle

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emphasizes the role of social capital in health

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Idealist definition of health
A broad, philosophical understanding of health that includes mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions, often viewed as a state of balance or harmony
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Functional definition of health
A practical approach to health that emphasizes the ability to function and adapt in daily life, focusing on social and environmental determinants
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Medical model
an approach that focuses on individual treatment and the biological aspects of disease, often criticized for neglecting social factors
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Social model
an approach that emphasizes societal factors, collective responsibility, and the impact of social conditions on health and illness
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Medicalization
the process by which non-medical issues become defined and treated as medical issues, leading to stigmatization
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Miasma Theory
belief that diseases were caused by 'bad air' or miasmas, leading to public health measures focused on improving sanitation and air quality
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Germ Theory
a theory developed in the late 19th century that established the role of microorganisms in causing disease, leading to advancements in hygiene and public health
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Mckeown Thesis
suggests that living improvements rather than medical interventions were primarily responsible for increased life expectancy and decreased infectious diseases in the 19th/20th century
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Chronic Illness
Long-term health conditions that often require ongoing managements and are not fully addressed by the medical model
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Health Inequality
Disparities in health outcomes and access to healthcare services based on social, economic, and environmental factors
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Holistic Health purpose
an approach to health that considers the whole person, including physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being
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Preventative Medicine purpose
A branch of medicine focused primarily on preventing disease and promoting health through lifestyle changes, vaccinations, and public health initiatives
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Health Policy purpose
decisions and actions taken by governments and organizations to improve health outcomes and address health disparities within populations
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Social Determinants of Health
the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age that affect their health and well-being
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Chronic Disease
a long lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured, such as arthritis or diabetes
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Preventative medicine
medical practices aimed at preventing diseases rather than treating them after they occur
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Public health
the science and practice of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities
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Institutionalization
embedding something within an organization or culture often referring to the establishment of health care systems and practices
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Mortality rate
measure of the number of deaths in a given population to assess the impact of diseases
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Life expectancy
the average period a person may expect to live
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Infectious disease
diseases caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites that can be transmitted to one another
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Endemic meaning
disease or condition regularly found and consistently present in a particular geographic area or population
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Pandemic
outbreak of a disease that occurs on a global scale affecting a large number of people
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Social Cohesion
the bonds that bring society together promoting trust and cooperation among individuals and groups
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Socio-historical Context
social circumstances that shape the understanding and response to health crises
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Social inequality
unequal distribution of resources and opportunities among different social groups, often impacting health outcomes
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Toxic masculinity
Cultural norms that define masculinity in terms of dominance, aggression, and emotional suppression, often leading to negative social outcomes
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Scapegoating
The act of blaming an individual or group for problems or negative outcomes, often without justification
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Stigmatization
the process of labelling individuals or groups as socially undesirable, leading to discrimination and social exclusion
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Misinformation
false or misleading information that is spread without the intent to cause harm
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Disinformation
false information that is deliberately spread with the intent to deceive or cause harm
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Fragility of social bonds
the vulnerability of relationships and social connections, especially during crises or periods of uncertainty
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Post Truth Society
significant part of the population disregards factual evidence in favour of emotional appeals
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Evidence-based interventions
Strategies and practices that are grounded in scientific research and data to effectively address health issues
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Status Syndrome
the psychological experience of inequality, where individuals perceptions of their social status impact their health and well being
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Cumulative advantages and disadvantages
the concept that individuals accumulate benefits or burdens over time, affecting their health and social outcomes
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Health lifestyle paradigm
a framework that examines how social class and socialization influence health behaviours and lifestyle choices
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The black report
assesses the health of the of the population, highlighting statistical issues, natural selection arguments, lifestyle explanations, and material conditions
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Whitehall Studies
civil servants in the UK demonstrating a social gradient in health, showing that job position and pay affect mortality rate
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Chronic Stress
a significant factor impacting health, particularly for those at the lower end of the hierarchy
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Lifestyle explanations
the idea that health disparities are primarily due to individual lifestyle choices rather than structural factors
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Reward system
a mechanism that acknowledges and compensates for their work, crucial for preventing burnout
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Law of Diminishing Returns
A principle stating that after a certain point investment in a particular area yields progressively
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Hypothalamus
a brain region that plays a crucial role in the stress response and regulation of hormones, including cortisol
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Social hierarchy
the organization of individuals into a ranked order based on factors like wealth, education, and occupation that impact health and stress levels
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What is a state of mind
this enables us to grasp the connection between history and biography and the relations between the two within society
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Difference between the medical and social model
both models exist together but may not work together; Medical (doctors, care model) Social (preventative, social)
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What did Rene Descartes do
he created the scientific method, this was the physical and material body separate from the mind
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Notion of citizenship meaning
member of nation that have rights and responsibilities which follow the rules in exchange for being protected
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Misinformation vs. Distrust
misinformation is not intended to cause harm through false info, disinformation is consciously wanting to cause harm with false info
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How does economic and social policy affect socioeconomic gradient
Income distribution, access to education, access to healthcare, housing access
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Scarcity meaning
resource is in high demand
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Rarity meaning
resource is limited and hard to find
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What is significant about health and illness
this is a type of poverty or choice you have in life, if you are rich it is a choice if you are poor it is poverty

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