Welcome to the Companion Website for Health, Illness, and Society: An Introduction to Medical Sociology, Updated Second Edition by Steven E. Barkan.
Health, Illness, and Society, Updated Second Edition provides a comprehensive yet concise introduction to medical sociology. In his accessible style, Steven Barkan covers health and illness behaviors, the social determinants of health problems, the health professions and health care system in the U.S., and how the U.S. system compares to that of other countries.
For Students
This open-access Companion Website is designed to reinforce the concepts covered in Health, Illness, and Society, Updated Second Edition. Students can review and enhance their understanding of each chapter using the interactive flashcards and quiz questions.
