The Social Breakdown

SOC126 - Medicalizing Behavior: Common or "Abnormal"?


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Since 2000, which marked the national Human Genome Project (HGP), society has seen a shift in the process of medicalization, and we are here to talk about it! What is “normal” versus “abnormal” child behavior? How has society continued to explain human behavior in biological, genetic or medical terms? How does the pharmaceutical industry influence this process? Join us for the conversation on this week’s episode!

Also, check out our website (www.thesocialbreakdown) to look at the many sources we cited in today’s episode, along with some other relevant materials you may find interesting!

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