What is the meaning of the phrase the "medicalization of society"? From what perspective can the medicalization of society be viewed as something negative?

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary.

Sociology

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Some sexual acts thought deviant in the U.S. are viewed as normal in other societies, but not rape and incest

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

Which concept is exemplified when adolescents greet each other with “wassup” instead of hello?

A. socialization B. peer pressure C. argot D. Standard English

Sociology

As of 2015, women held about what share of seats in Congress?

a. 19 percent b. 39 percent c. 59 percent d. 79 percent

Sociology

Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. The three dimensions of social stratification are social class, income, and power. 2. New York trash collectors sometimes earn a higher income than local business owners. This would be an example of status inconsistency. 3. A woman helps her elderly neighbor by running weekly errands for her. The neighbor helps her by keeping an eye on her house while she is at work. This is an example of symbolic exchange. 4. Wealth refers to money earned from wages and rents, whereas income refers to assets. 5. Deindustrialization is related to the increase in income inequality in the United States.

Sociology