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    Apr 29, 2024  
2017-2018 Augusta University Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SOCI 4417 - Sociological Perspectives on Alternative and Complementary Medical Practices in the United States



A sociological analysis of the tradtions of healing such as herbalism, acupuncture, and homeopathy which lie outside the orthodox conventions of biomedicine; explores the diverse sociocultural origins of these healing practices and examines these current socioeconomic challenges to the authoritative reach of biomecine.

Grade Mode: Normal, Audit

Prerequisites: SOCI3380 >= C and (SOCI3002 >= C or SOCI3003 >= C)

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3

Repeat Status: No


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