Social Aspects of Health, Illness and Healthcare by Mary Larkin (English) Paperb

Description: Social Aspects of Health, Illness and Healthcare by Mary Larkin Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Offers an insight into many applied aspects of the social aspects of health and illness. This book uses a variety of theoretical perspectives, and various concepts are extrapolated. It explains the different relationships between social categories and health, different experiences of illness and the role of the healthcare provider in society. Publisher Description This core textbook is the ideal companion text for students studying the social aspects of health and illness, whether it is as part of a health studies degree, nursing or other professional qualification related to health, social care, youth and community work and social work. Written at an introductory level this book is suitable for students new to this subject and looking for a broad and accessible text for use throughout their studies. The book provides a comprehensive and contemporary exploration of a wide range of topics within the subject area of the social aspects of health, illness and healthcare. In so doing, it explores and explains the different relationships between social categories and health, different experiences of illness and the role of the healthcare provider in society. It includes self-contained chapters on:GenderSocial classEthnicityAgeingPhysical ill healthMental health and illnessDisabilityDeath and dyingFamilies, communities and healthcareHealthcare organisations and professions In addition to drawing together many different sources within this subject area, this engaging book is full of case studies, primary sources and activities for study, all of which will help you get to grips with the core concepts and themes in the study of health, illness and healthcare."This is an easy-to-read introductory text exploring the social aspects of health, illness and healthcare. In short, this is a gentle yet comprehensive introduction which will no doubt become popular with lecturers and students alike."Dr Sarah Earle, Associate Dean Research, The Open University, UK"An excellent and accessible read for students studying health related disciplines... The reader will be left feeling informed around the key issues and theories."Sabina Sattar, Senior Lecturer, University of Central Lancashire, UK"This is a well written comprehensive text and is a must for students in the pursuit of understanding the social aspects of health."Peggy Murphy, Senior Lecturer (Nursing), Glyndwr University, UK"This is an excellent resource, which I would highly recommend."Siobhan McCullough, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queens University Belfast, UK"Written in an accessible and lively style, the book covers an impressive range of theoretical approaches and substantive material, complemented by summaries, discussion questions and learning activities, to prompt students to reflect on their reading and to engage with the text."Hannah Bradby, University of Warwick, UK"I find this to be one of the most intuitive texts I have read to date as a student."Roisin Kiernan, Student nurse, Queens University Belfast, UK"A valuable book owing to its excellent contents, its effective layout and clear method of delivering information. It is well worth the price."British Journal of Healthcare Assistants, May 2011"I found this book to be very well thought out and well written... It gave me more insight into the academics of nursing. Its a book that would have been very beneficial to me when I first embarked on my nursing course in understanding key concepts..."Antoinette Honegan, Student Nurse, Kingston University, UK Author Biography Mary Larkin is a Principal Lecturer in the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, De Montfort University, UK. She is also Programme Leader for the BA Health Studies and BSc Public and Community Health and has extensive experience of teaching and researching issues related to the social aspects of health, illness and health care. Details ISBN 0335236626 ISBN-13 9780335236626 Title Social Aspects of Health, Illness and Healthcare Author Mary Larkin Format Paperback Year 2011 Pages 280 Publisher Open University Press GE_Item_ID:134223630; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. 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