SOC 224 - Sociology of Deviance and Conformity

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Processes involved in defining behaviour patterns as deviant; factors that influence conformity and change; examination of behaviour patterns such as sexuality, alcoholism, drug use, and selected mental and physical disabilities; public reaction to such behaviour.

SOC 271 - Introduction to the Family

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

An introduction to the study of family relationships and their variant forms with focus on mate selection, couple, kin, age, and gender dynamics, family dissolution or reconstitution and change. A comparative approach with emphasis on families in Canada.

SOC 486 - Sociology of Mental Health and Illness

★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Sociological aspects of mental health and illness. Includes historical perspectives, diagnostic issues, and perspectives on causation and treatment. Prerequisite: SOC 224 or 382 or consent of instructor.