SOC-411: Sociology of Mental Disorders

This course is designed to introduce students to the study of mental health and illness from a sociological perspective. Generally considered psychological problems, mental illnesses and mental disorders are strongly influenced by the environment and are understood in a social and cultural context. We look at mental disorders from a broad perspective to consider the impact of historical changes, social demographics, and social values on the definitions of mental health and illness and the ways that society responds to the problem of mental disorder. Prerequisites: ENG 112 or WRI 118, SOC 119, and Junior standing. This course fulfills the Engaging Our World requirement in the General Education Curriculum.