{"product_id":"the-sociology-of-mental-illness-a-comprehensive-reader","title":"The Sociology of Mental Illness: A Comprehensive Reader","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sociology of Mental Illness is a comprehensive collection of readings designed to help students develop a nuanced and sophisticated appreciation of the most important  heated--and fascinating--controversies in the field.  Drawing primarily from sociological sources  the text features both classical and contemporary selections that cover the full range of sociological topics  perspectives  and debates  including the social construction of mental illness  the social origins of mental illness  and contemporary mental health treatment. This rich  varied assortment gives students a \"roadmap\" to the evolution and development of sociological research over time and insight into key controversies in the field.  Selections include such classical readings as Scheffs original statement of labeling theory  contemporary reports on the prevalence of mental illness in countries around the world  and recent analyses of the changing treatment system. The readings are organized progressively in order to help students recognize the dynamic character of mental health research and the important role that controversies play in advancements in the field; this organization also gives students the tools they need to formulate their own views and opinions on crucial matters.  A versatile  engaging text  The Sociology of Mental Illness is ideal for undergraduate and graduate courses in the sociology of mental illness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44986566049845,"sku":"ByrdShop_0195381718","price":98.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780195381719.jpg?v=1770909588","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-sociology-of-mental-illness-a-comprehensive-reader","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}