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Routledge - Genetics and Society: A Sociology of Disease

Name: Routledge - Genetics and Society: A Sociology of Disease
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Explore the profound connection between scientific advancement and social structure with Genetics and Society: A Sociology of Disease. As genetic science moves from the realm of science fiction into daily reality, this book by Anne Kerr provides a necessary examination of how these changes affect our world. This work traces the history of genetic science and analyzes its wide-ranging impact on contemporary society. By using cutting-edge examples, the text explores how genetic knowledge shapes institutional structures related to the diagnosis and treatment of disorders. It also examines how the media represents complex debates, ranging from the concept of designer babies to the genetic roots of alcoholism. Readers will gain insight into the politics behind genetic decision-making and the social implications of modern biotechnology. Whether you are studying anthropology, sociology, or the social sciences, this book offers a clear look at how science and society shape one another.

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Examines the historical development of genetic science and its direct impact on modern social structures.

Analyzes the institutional systems created for the diagnosis and treatment of various genetic disorders.

Investigates media representations of controversial topics like designer babies and the genetic origins of alcoholism.

Provides a detailed look at the politics involved in making important genetic decisions.

Uses contemporary and cutting-edge examples to connect scientific theory with real-world social issues.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415300819
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 24 June 2004
Listed Since: 09 February 2007

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