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What is the Social Construction of Health and Illness?

Sociologist Dr. Stephanie Wilson defines the social construction of health and illness. What are examples of social construction of health?

Post published:March 11, 2023
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The Sociology of Family: An Introduction to the Perspectives

What are four main theoretical perspectives on the sociology of family and how do their understandings of this social institution differ?

Post published:March 2, 2023
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The Social Construction of Gender and Reproductive Health

Sociologists often discuss gender as socially constructed. But what is the social construction of gender and how does it relate to reproductive health?

Post published:February 19, 2023
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What is Clinical Sociology? Becoming a Clinical Sociologist

What is Clinical Sociology and how can self-audit and second domain analyses help you prepare for a career as a clinical sociologists?

Post published:February 14, 2023
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A Definition of Social Justice for Sociologists

What is the definition of social justice and how is social justice sociological at its core? Continue reading to learn more!

Post published:February 7, 2023
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Audre Lorde & Harriet Martineau: Progressions in Feminist-Abolitionist Thought

Who are Audre Lorde and Harriet Martineau and how did the progress feminist-abolitionist thought in sociology and beyond?

Post published:January 31, 2023
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Sociology of Crime: An Interview with Damilola O. Ogunbona

Applied Worldwide contributor Aduwo Ayodele interviews University of Ibadan sociology student Damilola O. Ogunbona about the sociology of crime.

Post published:January 11, 2023
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Sociology of Food: Food Consumption and Eating Disorders

How can the sociology of food help us understanding the impact of eating disorders on social connections? Learn more from guest contributor Mubarak Said.