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Medical Identities (Social Identities, Vol. 2),Used
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Illness and misfortune more broadly are ubiquitous; thus, healing roles or professions are also universal. Ironically, however, little attention has been paid to those who heal or promote wellbeing. These come in many different guises: in some societies, healing is highly professional and specialized; in some cases, it is more preventative, in others more interventionist. Based on rich and wideranging ethnographic data and especially written for this volume, these essays look at how a great variety of health providers are perceived from traditional healers to physicians, from diviners to nursing home providers. Conversely, the authors also ask how healers, or those concerned with wider matters of well being, view themselves and to what degree social attitudes differ in regard to who these people are, as well as their power, prestige and activities. As these essays demonstrate, class, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, or state policy may all play formative roles in shaping the definition of health and wellbeing, how they are delivered, and the character and prestige of those who provide for our health and welfare in society.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Medical Identities: Healing, Well Being and Personhood'? A: The book explores the various roles of health providers in society, examining how they are perceived and how they view themselves, with a focus on the influences of class, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, and state policy on health and wellbeing.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Maynard Maynard and Kent.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Medical Identities'? A: The book was published on May 1, 2007.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 172 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Medical Identities' have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Healing.
- Q: Does the book include any features or special materials? A: There are no specific features or materials mentioned for this book.
- Q: What themes are discussed in the essays within the book? A: The essays discuss themes related to healing roles, the perception of various health providers, and the societal influences on health definitions and practices.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading 'Medical Identities'? A: This book would be beneficial for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the social aspects of health, healing professions, and wellbeing.