Theoretical Perspectives
theory sees illness as disrupting societal function?
What is functionalism?
Florida city faces elevated asthma rates from industrial pollution
What is Opa-locka?
Two dorms are noted for mold and air quality issues.
What are Beaty Towers and Rawlings Hall?
What is one reason healthcare is necessary?
What is prevention of disease?
The "gatekeepers" of children's health
what are
the parents
Which racial groups are more likely to be underdiagnosed?
Who are Black and Indigenous patients?
What causes mold and flooding in low-income housing in South Florida?
What are hurricanes and poor drainage?
A risk from extended outdoor activities in Florida
What is heat exposure?
How can a poorly maintained environment impact health?
What is increased illnesses and health issues?
Viewing healthcare as a system that reflects and reinforces social inequalities.
What is a conflict perspective view of healthcare?
What healthcare barrier exists in low-income communities?
What is fewer clinics and hospitals?
What are health impacts of limited green space in urban areas?
What are increased stress, obesity, and heart risk?
What affects nearby waterways like Lake Alice?
What is polluted runoff from lawns and labs?
How does healthcare impact the environment?
What is pollution and resource use, but it also improves lives?
The meanings and interactions between doctors, patients, and society.
What is the focus of symbolic interactionism in healthcare?
What sociological theory links inequality to healthcare exploitation?
What is conflict theory?
What does a prioritized environment lead to?
What is better health and safety?
Negative views on HIV/AIDS during the late 90s
What is stigma?
What is underfunded for LGBTQ+ and minority youth?
What are mental health services?
What is one example of the “tragedy of the commons”?
What is overuse of clean water or antibiotics?
What are some long-term benefits of a clean environment?
What are improved life quality, safety, and equity?