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College Catalog 2015-2016 
    
College Catalog 2015-2016 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ANTH 380 - Advanced Topics in Medical Anthropology


This course provides an in-depth focus on a major topic in medical anthropology as it pertains to human health, illness, and/or healing. Specific topics vary from year to year, ranging from traditional healing systems, to health related stigma and social inequalities. Students will learn to apply social theories to important health issues, and will critically read, analyze, and discuss the clinical, epidemiological, and social science literature pertaining to the most recent discussions and debates about the topic. Prerequisite(s): ANTH 101  or ANTH 111  Alternate years. (4 Credits)