The "medical model of society" in sociology refers to a framework that views health and illness primarily through a biological lens, focusing on diagnosing and treating diseases using scientific and medical expertise.
This model emphasises physical aspects of health, often prioritising medical interventions and treatments to restore individuals to a 'normal' functioning state. It tends to overlook the social, environmental, and psychological factors that can influence health, such as lifestyle, socio-economic status, and community conditions.
In sociology, critique of the medical model highlights the importance of considering these broader social determinants of health and understanding illness as a socially constructed experience.
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