Critical Medical Anthropology (2nd Edition) Your Indispensable Tool

ISBN-13: 9780895031242

Critical Medical Anthropology (2nd Edition) is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the intersection between medicine and culture. The book delves into the social, political, and economic factors that influence health and healthcare practices around the world. It examines how power dynamics, inequality, and globalization impact health outcomes and access to medical care.

The authors provide a critical analysis of the biomedical model of health and challenge readers to consider alternative perspectives on health and healing. They explore the ways in which cultural beliefs, social norms, and historical contexts shape health behaviors and perceptions of illness. The book also addresses issues of medical ethics, human rights, and social justice in the context of healthcare delivery.

Through a series of case studies and theoretical discussions, Critical Medical Anthropology offers a nuanced understanding of the complexities of health and illness in diverse cultural settings. It encourages readers to think critically about the ways in which health is constructed and experienced, and to consider the implications of these constructions for individuals and societies. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the social determinants of health and the cultural dimensions of medicine.

This edition retains the full content with the added advantage of portability, allowing readers to easily access and engage with the material from any device, whether in a classroom or during fieldwork.