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GCWUF. PRESENTATION ABOUT HEALTH AND DISEASE AS DEVIANT BEHAVIOR.

Course title : Sociology of Health and medicine Topic : Health and disease as deviant behavior Roll no : 65 Submitted by : Aneeqa Hassan Submitted to : Dr. Asma.

Table of content. Introduction Health and Disease as Deviant Behavior Theoretical perspective Islamic perspective Comparison Conclusion.

Introduction to Deviance in Sociology. Definition of Deviance: In sociology, deviance refers to behaviors, actions, or conditions that violate societal norms or expectations..

Health and Disease as Deviant Behavior. Illness as Deviance: Certain health conditions (e.g., mental illness, addiction, infectious diseases) can be perceived as deviant because they deviate from the "normal" or expected state of health in society. Social Reactions to Disease: When individuals exhibit signs of illness, society may treat them differently, stigmatize them, or marginalize them, which can reinforce the idea of illness as deviance..

Theoretical perspective on health and disease as a deviant behavior.

Symbolic Interactionist Perspective Health and illness are not just biological conditions but are influenced by social interactions and meanings. Labeling Theory: Deviance depends on how society labels a behavior. For example: A person with mental illness may be labeled as "deviant" based on cultural or social norms. This label can shape their identity and how others treat them..

Conflict Perspective Power and inequality influence how health and disease are defined and treated. Examples: Wealthier groups can access better healthcare and avoid being labeled as "deviant" for health issues. Marginalized groups may be unfairly stigmatized (e.g., addiction seen as a moral failing rather than a disease)..

Islamic Perspective. Islam emphasizes maintaining health as a trust (Amanah) from Allah. Disease is not necessarily deviant but can be a test of patience and faith. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) encouraged seeking treatment, as narrated in a Hadith: "Make use of medical treatment, for Allah has not made a disease without appointing a remedy for it" (Sahih Bukhari). Quranic Ayah: "And We test you with evil and with good as a trial; and to Us, you will be returned" (Surah Al-Anbiya, 21:35). This highlights that health and illness are tests, with societal responses reflecting collective moral duties..

Comparison of health and disease as a deviant behavior.

Conclusion. Health and disease as deviant behavior underscore the intersection between biology and sociology. Understanding health through a sociological lens challenges conventional biomedical models, emphasizing societal norms, inequality, and moral judgments. The Islamic perspective complements this by framing illness as both a test and an opportunity for personal growth. Ultimately, this dual understanding can promote holistic approaches to healthcare and societal support systems..

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