Introduction to Social Epidemiology Credit: 1

Catalog description

This course is designed to increase a student’s knowledge of Social Epidemiology, which is the branch of epidemiology that studies the social determinants of health. Social processes will be explored that center on social networks, social support, social capital, social cohesion, and contributing ecological factors that influence health and wellness. Students will discover how social relationships and institutions, such as familial relationships, group culture, policies, and global economic forces, promote or undermine the health of populations. Students will also explore how social inequity indicators involving income, health insurance, and access to care inter-relate and often lead to negative health outcomes.