Sociology

Question 1

Sociology definition

Answer 1

the study of social relations (the bonds between people and groups of people) and social processes (where direct human actions are a result of collective human actions). It is the measure of social interdependencies.

Question 2

Examples of social structures

Answer 2

religion, family or the medical profession

Question 3

The sick role

Answer 3

a sick person is:

• exempt from normal social roles
• is not responsible for their condition
• should try to get well
• should seek help from and cooperate with the medical profession

Question 4

Medicalisation hypothesis

Answer 4

Doctors see everything medically. some conditions that seem medical can be actually products of social forces. ADHD depression?

Question 5

Iatrogenesis

Answer 5

the unintended adverse effects of a therapeutic intervention. can be clinical social or cultural