Lifestyle in Medicine (Critical Studies in Health and Society)

by Gary Easthope (Contributor), Emily Hansen (Author)

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  Illustrated
  2006

  $69.07

  In Western societies, 'lifestyle' as an explanation for health and illness has become increasingly popular. Based on real doctor-patient consultations as well as interviews with doctors, this book explores the ambiguity of the term 'lifestyle' and the way it is conceived and applied within medicine.