Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2015-2016
SOCI 465 - GENDER AND HEALTH
Long Title: GENDER AND HEALTH
Department: Sociology
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This seminar explores the relationship between gender and health (longevity, physical illness and functioning, mental health, and health behavior). Specific topics include masculinity, disease expression, medical research, health care use, stress and social relationships, and intersectionality (race/ethnicity and sexuality) as they relate shaping health outcomes among men and women. Instructor Permission Required.Cross-list: SWGS 465, Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: SOCI 665. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for SOCI 465 if student has credit for SOCI 665.