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Education, Social Status, and Health

By: John Mirowsky,Catherine E. Ross

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Education, Social Status, and Health

By: John Mirowsky,Catherine E. Ross

Education forms a unique dimension of social status, with qualities that make it especially important to health. It influences health in ways that are varied, present at all stages of adult life, cumulative, self-amplifying, and uniformly positive. Educational attainment marks social status at the beginning of adulthood, functioning as the main bridge between the status of one generation and the next, and also as the main avenue of upward mobility. It precedes the other acquired social statuses and substantially influences them, including occupational status, earnings, and personal and household income and wealth. Education creates desirable outcomes because it trains individuals to acquire, evaluate, and use information. It teaches individuals to tap the power of knowledge. Education develops the learned effectiveness that enables self-direction toward any and all values sought, including health. For decades American health sciences has acted as if social status had little bearing on health. The ascendance of clinical medicine within a culture of individualism probably accounts for that omission. But research on chronic diseases over the last half of the twentieth century forced science to think differently about the causes of disease. Despite the institutional and cultural forces focusing medical research on distinctive proximate causes of specific diseases, researchers were forced to look over their shoulders, back toward more distant causes of many diseases. Some fully turned their orientation toward the social status of health, looking for the origins of that cascade of disease and disability flowing daily through clinics. Why is it that people with higher socioeconomic status have better health than lower status individuals? The authors, who are well recognized for their strength in survey research on a broad national scale, draw on findings and ideas from many sciences, including demography, economics, social psychology, and the health sciences. People who are well educated feel in control of their lives, which encourages and enables a healthy lifestyle. In addition, learned effectiveness, a practical end of that education, enables them to find work that is autonomous and creative, thereby promoting good health. John Mirowsky and Catherine E. Ross are professors in both the Department of Sociology and Population Research Center at the University of Texas at Austin. "Mirowsky and Ross have done the population health community a splendid service by presenting a compelling and complex story for the relationship between social status and health and identifying many important contentious issues for future theoretical debate and empirical exploration. I highly recommend [Education, Social Status, and Health] to all health researchers interested in the social and economic determinants of health and well-being." -Gerry Veenstra, Canadian Journal of Sociology Online

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0202365824

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Social Causes of Psychological Distress

By: Catherine E. Ross

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Social Causes of Psychological Distress

By: Catherine E. Ross

A core interest of social science is the study of stratification--inequalities in income, power, and prestige. Few persons would care about such inequalities if the poor, powerless, and despised were as happy and fulfilled as the wealthy, powerful, and admired. Social research often springs from humanistic empathy and concern as much as from scholarly and scientific curiosity. An economist might observe that black Americans are disproportionately poor, and investigate racial differences in education, employment, and occupation that account for disproportionate poverty. A table comparing additional income blacks and whites can expect for each additional year of education is thus as interesting in its own right as any dinosaur bone or photo of Saturn. However, something more than curiosity underscores our interest in the table. Racial differences in status and income are a problem in the human sense. Inequality in misery makes social and economic inequality personally meaningful. There are two ways social scientists avoid advocacy in addressing issues of social stratification. The first way is to resist projecting personal beliefs, values, and responses as much as possible, while recognizing that the attempt is never fully successful. The second way is by giving the values of the subjects an expression in the research design. Typically, this takes the form of opinion or attitude surveys. Researchers ask respondents to rate the seriousness of crimes, the appropriateness of a punishment for a crime, the prestige of occupations, the fair pay for a job, or the largest amount of money a family can earn and not be poor, and so on. The aggregate judgments, and variations in judgments, represent the values of the subjects and not those of the researcher. They are objective facts with causes and consequences of interest in their own right. This work is an effort to move methodology closer to human concerns without sacrificing the scientific grounds of research as such. The

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Routledge

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1351490508

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Health Psychology

Understanding the Mind-Body Connection

By: Catherine A. Sanderson

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Health Psychology

Understanding the Mind-Body Connection

By: Catherine A. Sanderson

Health Psychology: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection introduces students to the story of health psychology through clear connections between science and the real world. Using a highly accessible writing style, author Catherine A. Sanderson employs a strong emphasis on the scientific principles and processes underlying the field of health psychology to present balanced coverage of foundational research, cutting-edge research, essential theories, and real-world application. The Third Edition builds on its strong student-oriented pedagogical program, streamlines content, and includes recent studies, pop culture references, and coverage of neuroscience to support student learning and engagement. Students will enjoy reading the text because of its relevance in helping them live long and healthy lives.

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SAGE Publications

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1506373704

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Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease

By: A. Catherine Ross,Benjamin Caballero,Robert J. Cousins,Katherine L. Tucker

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Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease

By: A. Catherine Ross,Benjamin Caballero,Robert J. Cousins,Katherine L. Tucker

This widely acclaimed book is a complete, authoritative reference on nutrition and its role in contemporary medicine, dietetics, nursing, public health, and public policy. Distinguished international experts provide in-depth information on historical landmarks in nutrition, specific dietary components, nutrition in integrated biologic systems, nutritional assessment through the life cycle, nutrition in various clinical disorders, and public health and policy issues. Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease, Eleventh Edition, offers coverage of nutrition's role in disease prevention, international nutrition issues, public health concerns, the role of obesity in a variety of chronic illnesses, genetics as it applies to nutrition, and areas of major scientific progress relating nutrition to disease.

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Jones & Bartlett Learning

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1284229858

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9781284229851

Educating the Romantic Poets

Life and Learning in the Anglo-Classical Academy, 1770-1850

By: Catherine E. Ross

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Educating the Romantic Poets

Life and Learning in the Anglo-Classical Academy, 1770-1850

By: Catherine E. Ross

Educating the Romantic Poets: Life and Learning in the Anglo-Classical Academy, 1770-1850 explores how the public and endowed grammar schools and the colleges of Oxford and Cambridge trained some of the most important writers, critics, and public figures of the Romantic period. These institutions are recognized here as intentional partners and are discussed collectively as the “Anglo-classical academy”. The book shows how they not only schooled students in “classics, maths, and divinity” but also in accepted social behaviours, cultural values, political beliefs, and literary tastes. In so doing, this academy gave shape to the literature and spirit of the age. By discussing the schools and the universities together and by focusing upon pedagogies and daily life as well as the texts and topics studied, this book shows as no other has done how writers and readers of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries became such fluent linguists, skilled prosodists, and perceptive critics. As each chapter explores and comments upon the relational, intellectual, and cultural aspects of the Anglo-classical educational experience, it directs readers’ attention to the ways in which this information can be used to reread texts, reassess certain Romantics’ literary careers, and launch new lines of research.

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Liverpool University Press

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1835534090

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Basic Science in Obstetrics and Gynaecology E-Book

By: Phillip Bennett,Catherine Williamson

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Basic Science in Obstetrics and Gynaecology E-Book

By: Phillip Bennett,Catherine Williamson

A textbook covering the basic sciences relevant to obstetrics and gynaecology at a level suitable for doctors specialising in the field . The chapters match the syllabus of the specialist UK exam – the MRCOG Part 1 - This new edition completely revised and updated to cover all the basic science required for the new MRCOG Part 1 exam. - Genetics covered by two new chapters: Structure and function of the genome; and Clinical genetics. - Extensive revision of immunology, statistics and evidence-based health. - Many new illustrations, particularly in anatomy and immunology. - New editorial team, plus nearly 50% new contributors. - New self-assessment section written in the style of the new exam. - This new edition completely revised and updated to cover all the basic science required for the new MRCOG Part 1 exam. - Genetics covered by two new chapters: Structure and function of the genome; and Clinical genetics. - Extensive revision of immunology, statistics and evidence-based health. - Many new illustrations, particularly in anatomy and immunology. - New editorial team, plus nearly 50% new contributors. - New self-assessment section written in the style of the new exam.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0702048712

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Valvular Heart Disease: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease E-Book

By: Catherine M. Otto,Robert O. Bonow

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Valvular Heart Disease: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease E-Book

By: Catherine M. Otto,Robert O. Bonow

Valvular Heart Disease is now an even better source for all your questions on dysfunctions or abnormalities of the heart’s four valves. In the third edition, Catherine Otto is joined by Robert Bonow and a team of expert contributors to bring you the latest developments in imaging and treatment. The full-color images and illustrations reflect the cutting-edge imaging and diagnostic modalities—Doppler echo and MR—that are so important for diagnosing aortic valve defects. Superb diagrams, an increased focus on imaging and case-based presentation, and new chapters—on Cardiac MR and CT imaging for valvular heart disease; Genetic, molecular and cellular mechanisms of valvular disease; Bicuspid aortic valve disease; and Ischemic mitral regurgitation—further enhance this valuable reference. Presents comprehensive coverage of valvular heart disease to provide you with a complete reference and one-stop shop for this specialty in cardiac medicine. Provides complete guidance on how and why to surgically treat valve patients for a reliable manual on managing difficult cases. Features chapters on pediatric and pregnant patients so you know what considerations to take into account when treating these special populations. Introduces Robert Bonow as an editor, who joins Catherine Otto and the team of expert authors to provide you with guidance from leaders in the field. Features new chapters—Genetic, molecular and cellular mechanisms of valvular disease; Bicuspid aortic valve disease; and Ischemic mitral regurgitation—for the latest in cutting-edge research and clinical data. Reflects the latest in imaging modalities in the new section on cardiac MR and CT imaging for valvular heart disease to provide you with a full understand of the tools for the most accurate diagnosis. Presents detailed illustrations and images in full color to better showcase valve anatomy and dysfunction, as well as important techniques and surgical procedures. Includes a summary of the new ACC/AHA valvular heart disease guidelines in each chapter to keep you up to date on the latest best practices throughout the field.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1437721478

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Understanding Medical Professionalism

By: American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation,Wendy Levinson,Shiphra Ginsburg,Fred Hafferty,Catherine R. Lucey

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Understanding Medical Professionalism

By: American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation,Wendy Levinson,Shiphra Ginsburg,Fred Hafferty,Catherine R. Lucey

A groundbreaking text on how to deliver the highest quality patient care through professionalism in daily medical practice Five Star Doody’s Review: “This is an outstanding book for all clinicians and professors, indeed for everyone in medicine to help mentor and self-police the medical profession.” "Understanding Medical Professionalism is a 'must-have' for all involved in the healing arts. The book demystifies professionalism, bringing it from a philosophical, mystical concept to a practical everyday set of behaviors. The twelve chapters, in a uniform way, provide wonderful, real-life stories that illustrate the challenges faced by practitioners, describe ways to deal with those challenges, and help develop the personal and institutional skills necessary to provide excellent and compassionate care." -- Carlos A. Pellegrini, MD, FACS, FRCSI (Hon.), The Henry N. Harkins Professor and Chair, Department of Surgery, University of Washington "Insightful, practical, and authoritative. Building on their own research and that of others, Levinson et al. offer a comprehensive discussion of medical professionalism from the refreshing perspective of behavioral skills and an enabling healthcare system. Understanding Medical Professionalism has fundamentally reframed the professionalism debate and will likely remain the definitive work in this field for quite some time." -- David G. Nichols, MD, President and CEO, The American Board of Pediatrics "The authors' ambitious goal of providing a framework for the continuum of physician development of professional behaviors, from student through expert senior clinician, has been met. Students will find the text modular and instructive; residents will benefit from the reinforcement of positive professional behaviors and explication of strategies to excel in this competency; educational program directors will find the framework and tools for assessment and strategies for remediation enriching; and the expert professional will find subtle opportunities to grow to mastership of this most important physician competency." -- Thomas J. Nasca, MD, MACP, Chief Executive Officer, Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, Professor of Medicine, Jefferson Medical College "The authors offer a framework and an approach to medical professionalism that enable us to understand it, teach it, and incorporate it into our day-to-day lives as health professionals. It is a much needed addition to our armamentarium as we work to align the education of health professionals with the needs and expectations of the society we serve." -- George E. Thibault, MD, President, Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation

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0071807446

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Making Music in Los Angeles

Transforming the Popular

By: Catherine Parsons Smith

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Making Music in Los Angeles

Transforming the Popular

By: Catherine Parsons Smith

A social history of music in Los Angeles from the 1880s to 1940, this title ventures into an often neglected period to discover that during America's Progressive Era, LA was a centre for making music long before it became a major metropolis.

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Univ of California Press

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0520251393

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U.S. Medical Licensure Statistics and Current Licensure Requirements

By: Catherine M. Bidese,American Medical Association

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U.S. Medical Licensure Statistics and Current Licensure Requirements

By: Catherine M. Bidese,American Medical Association

This work provides in-depth information regarding the requirement physicians must meet to receive licensing in a particular state. Licensure provides state board policy information regarding test for FLEX and SPEX, in addition to regulations surrounding these exams. A section is dedicated to international medical graduates that list all pertinent information on ECFMG certification requirements. Licensure also displays trend data on aggregated licensure statistics.

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0899707270

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Social Causes of Psychological Distress

By: John Mirowsky,Catherine E. Ross

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Social Causes of Psychological Distress

By: John Mirowsky,Catherine E. Ross

Originally published: New York: Aldine de Gruyter, c2003.

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Education, Social Status, and Health

Education, Social Status, and Health

Social Causes of Psychological Distress

Social Causes of Psychological Distress

Health Psychology

Health Psychology

Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease

Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease

Educating the Romantic Poets

Educating the Romantic Poets

Basic Science in Obstetrics and Gynaecology E-Book

Basic Science in Obstetrics and Gynaecology E-Book

Valvular Heart Disease: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease E-Book

Valvular Heart Disease: A Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease E-Book

Understanding Medical Professionalism

Understanding Medical Professionalism

Making Music in Los Angeles

Making Music in Los Angeles

U.S. Medical Licensure Statistics and Current Licensure Requirements

U.S. Medical Licensure Statistics and Current Licensure Requirements

Social Causes of Psychological Distress

Social Causes of Psychological Distress

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