The Midwife and Society Perspectives, Policies and Practice
Description
Applying sociological theories to midwifery practice, this clear and accessible book offers a broad review of relevant social policies and their philosophy and effects especially on child-bearing women, as well as exploring the social meaning of concepts such as motherhood, fatherhood, professionalisation and the role of the state.
Keywords
MedicalCritical CareGynecology & ObstetricsNursingPublic HealthSocial ScienceSociology
1996Book
Author(s)Anthea Symonds, Sheila C. Hunt
PublisherMacmillan Education UK
ISBN9780333630389
LanguageEnglish
