Question 1

What term do theorists use to refer to the growing role of medicine as a major institution  of social control?

Accepted Answer

Medicalization of society refers to the process by which non-medical issues become defined and treated as medical problems, thus expanding the role of medicine as a form of social control.

Question 2

You have been asked to write an academic paper on ageism for your sociology class. Your thesis states that "the elderly in Canada are victimized based on their race, class, and gender status in society". Which sociological theory will you use to support this  thesis?

Accepted Answer

The conflict theory focuses on the struggles between different social classes and groups, highlighting how power and inequality affect marginalized groups, such as the elderly, based on race, class, and gender.

Question 3

Which of the following is the first of the stages of Elizabeth Kübler-Ross' five stages of  dying?

Accepted Answer

Denial is the first stage in Elizabeth Kübler-Ross' five stages of dying, where individuals initially refuse to accept the reality of their situation.

Question 4

To what does the term ageism refer?

Accepted Answer

Ageism refers to prejudice and discrimination against individuals based on their age, often targeting older adults.

Question 5

You are a medical doctor in Canada. You are not pleased that many of your patients today research medical information on the internet and often come to your office and  self-diagnose their illness, which compromises your work. You believe that  medicalization in society is best because as an expert you are best able to provide factual  and effective cures to illnesses. Which sociological perspective best explains your view?

Accepted Answer

The answer of You are a medical doctor in Canada....

Question 6

A number of factors influence the effect class has on health. Which of the following is NOT a factor?

Accepted Answer

Affordable and accessible healthy food is not a factor that negatively influences the effect class has on health; rather, it is a positive factor that can improve health outcomes.

Question 7

Upon what do gerontologists draw in their study of the aging process?

Accepted Answer

Gerontologists draw upon a variety of disciplines in their study of the aging process, including medicine, counselling, anthropology, physical education, sociology, and psychology.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT more prevalent in Aboriginal communities than in  non-Aboriginal communities?

Accepted Answer

Flesh-eating disease, or necrotizing fasciitis, is not specifically more prevalent in Aboriginal communities compared to non-Aboriginal communities, unlike the other conditions listed.

Question 9

In recent decades, there has been increasing interest in therapies in which the health care  practitioner considers the person's physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual  characteristics. What is this known as?

Accepted Answer

Holistic medicine is an approach to healthcare that considers the whole person, including their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects, rather than just treating specific symptoms or illnesses.

Question 10

Which of the following is true of the changing demographics in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Canada's current fertility rate is below the population replacement level, which is typically considered to be 2.1 children per woman.

Question 11

When and where was anorexia nervosa first described?

Accepted Answer

Anorexia nervosa was first described in England in the 1860s by Sir William Gull.

Question 12

In what way can the modern medical system be said to be like the state religions of the past?

Accepted Answer

The modern medical system, like state religions of the past, often holds an officially approved monopoly over healthcare, a significant area of social life, where it is the primary authority and provider.

Question 13

Antoine had been in the paid labour force for 40 years when the 2001 economic crunch hit. He had been with his current employer for 17 of those years. When the company announced layoffs, only Antoine and Cecile - another worker in her 60s - were let go. This could be seen as an example of what?

Accepted Answer

Antoine and Cecile, both older workers, were the only ones laid off, suggesting potential age bias in the company's decision.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT true regarding judgments about sickness and health?

Accepted Answer

Judgments about sickness and health can vary across social classes due to differences in access to resources, cultural beliefs, and social norms.

Question 15

A student was asked the following question: "Briefly list and describe the principles of the Canada Health Act". As an answer this student wrote the following: Health care in Canada is structured according to the Canada Health Act with the federal government being responsible for the majority of duties. There are five principles in the Act. The first principle is public administration which states that provincial and territorial plans must be carried out by public institutions on a  non-profit basis. The second principle is comprehensiveness which states that all medical services must be insured. The third principle universality states that all Canadians must have reasonable access to necessary services. The fourth, accessibility states that all residents of Canada are entitled to uniform health coverage and the fifth, portability states that health coverage be provided when a person moves or travels in Canada". How would you rate this student's answer?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A student was asked the following question:...

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a critique of both disengagement theory AND activity theory?

Accepted Answer

Disengagement theory and activity theory do not specifically address the impact of modern family structures on aging, making option A not a critique of both theories.

Question 17

What Canadian province or territory is projected to have the lowest proportion of seniors in 2021?

Accepted Answer

Nunavut is projected to have the lowest proportion of seniors in 2021 due to its younger population and higher birth rates compared to other Canadian provinces and territories.

Question 18

Which of the following is Kathleen Christensen's critique of disengagement theory?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is Kathleen Christensen's...

Question 19

By 2050, what proportion of people will be over 65?

Accepted Answer

By 2050, it is estimated that one in three people will be over 65.

Question 20

To understand health, what must we consider?

Accepted Answer

Health is influenced by multiple factors including exposure to risks, access to healthcare, and the communities we live in, making all choices relevant.

Quiz 7: Race, Ethnicity, Health, Medicine & Environment

What term do theorists use to refer to the growing role of medicine as a major institution of social control?

You have been asked to write an academic paper on ageism for your sociology class. Your thesis states that "the elderly in Canada are victimized based on their race, class, and gender status in society". Which sociological theory will you use to support this thesis?

Which of the following is the first of the stages of Elizabeth Kübler-Ross' five stages of dying?