SOC 3520 - Sociology of Mental Illness

Institution:

Utah State University

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

The class provides a broad overview of the history and sociology of mental illness focusing on the US experience. Beginning with an introduction to the history of "mental illness", followed by an overview of US mental health policy. The social construction of mental illness is examined as are the experiences of people managing both mental health challenges and in the US criminal justice system. Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.usu.edu

Phone Number:

(435) 797-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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