The Midwife and Society: Perspectives, Policies and Practice

ISBN-13: 9780333630389 / Angielski / Miękka / 1996 / 264 str.

Sheila C. Hunt;Anthea Symonds

Opis

Applying sociological theories to midwifery practice, this clear and accessible book offers a broad review of relevant social policies and their philosophy and effects especially on child-bearing women, as well as exploring the social meaning of concepts such as motherhood, fatherhood, professionalisation and the role of the state.

Spis treści

What is Sociology?.- Social Divisions and Patterns of Inequality.- Sociological Perspectives on 'The Family' and 'Community'.- The Social Aspects of Pregnancy and Childbirth.- Aspects of Motherhood.- Social Policy, Family and Community.- Women and Social Policy.- Power, Professionalism and Midwifery.- Conclusions.