M.A. (Sociology) SOCIOLOGY OF HEALTH

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M.A. (Sociology) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2018.

SOCIOLOGY OF HEALTH

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
SECTION A — (5 x 8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE of the following in about 150 words each.

1. Write a note on Scope of Health sociology.

2. State the causes of stress in the present era.

3. Explain the labeling theory.

4. "Health care is a right for every citizen" – Justify.

5. List out the contributions of social workers in the medical social service.

6. Bring out the role of sociologists in treating tuberculosis.

7. Write a note on "Health for All".

8. Elucidate the importance of nursing in medical society.

SECTION B — (4 × 15 = 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR of the following in about 700 words.

9. Discuss the relationship between medicine and sociology.

10. Give an account on social epidemology measures.

11. Explain the advantages of primary health care.

12. Describe the socio demographic variables in seeking medical care.

13. Explain the system of medicine in India.

14. Give an account on health policy of government in India.

15. Discuss about the attitude and beliefs towards ill health and treatment.

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