A Companion to Medical Anthropology

Description

A Companion to Medical Anthropology is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the field of medical anthropology. It provides a broad overview of the field, covering its history, theory, and methods. The book is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of medical anthropology. Part I provides an overview of the field, including its history, theory, and methods. Part II examines the social and cultural factors that influence health and illness. Part III explores the role of medicine in society, including the ways in which it is used to control and regulate behavior. Part IV discusses the future of medical anthropology, including the challenges and opportunities that the field faces.