HEALTH CARE PRACTICES IN INDIA

M. Thamilarasan (Ed.)

About the Book

Health care practices encompass a holistic range of activities, including the health care operations of health institutions, health education, the dissemination of health knowledge among the population, participatory health care practices, and the role of social institutions in shaping public health.

Health Care Practices in India brings together 22 insightful research articles that explore a wide array of topics within the field of sociology of health. These articles address critical issues such as sanitation pedagogy, reproductive health, medical pluralism, health literacy, mental health, and the influence of social sector expenditure on economic growth. The book also delves into emerging challenges, including internet addiction, suicide prevention, and the mental health of marginalized populations.

With contributions that bridge theoretical frameworks and practical applications, this volume offers valuable perspectives on the diverse health care challenges and solutions in India. It is an essential resource for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners alike. This compilation represents a significant contribution to the field of sociology of health, highlighting the interdisciplinary and evolving nature of health care practices in India.

Contents

Development Communication for Sanitation Pedagogy: Issues and Concepts
D. Sundaram

Reproductive Health-seeking Behaviour and Medical Pluralism in Assam
Adishree Borgohain

COVID–19 Pandemic and Community Resilience in North-Eastern India
Avinu Veronica Richa

Education and Wellbeing: Impact of Online Classes in Tamil Nadu
Anbu Kavitha

A Study on the Psychological Well-Being of Parents of Intellectually-challenged Children in Thiruvananthapuram
Anjali Sathyan

Health Care-seeking Behaviours of Paniya Tribes during the COVID–19 in Wayanad, Kerala
Rajasree M.R. and P.H. Kalesh

A View of Indian Knowledge Systems Through the Lens of Menstrual Practices
Dharani M.K. and J. Balamurugan

Assessing the Health Situation of Pavement Dwellers’ Children in Chennai City: A Sociological Approach
P. John Rajadurai

Youth Membership in Self-help Groups During Pandemic Period and the Change in Pattern of Health Literacy
Sharmistha Bhattacharjee

Policy Changes for Improving Education Outcomes for Marginalised Students in India
Sudha Khokate

Challenges of Regionality on Health in India: A Sociological Study
Venkataramanappa

The Impact of Social Sector Expenditure on Economic Growth in Tamil Nadu
R. Mariappan

Internet Addiction, Body Mass Index, and Academic Performance among High School Students
Harini S. and S. Thenmozhi

Digital Intervention: (‘CARE-E_M_Y-CARE’) – for Promoting Mental Health Literacy and Well-being of IT Employees
Jagadesh Chander R. and S. Thenmozhi

Golden Rules for Golden Years: A Study on Successful Aging amongst the Hindus in North Kolkata
Smita Chakraborty

Global Venture against Non-Communicable Disease: India Scenario on Achieving Target 3.5 of SDG
P. Akumsenla Kichu and S.T. Akilan

Suicide Attempts by Pesticide Self-Poisoning in India: A Brief Review of Status in South India
Shekhar Suman and Vijayalakshmi V.

Intersectionality of Marginalised Men’s Mental Health in India: A Literature Review
Francis Kulandai Raj and Vijayalakshmi V.

Insufficient Sleep and Health Implications: Assessment of Sleep Quality among Working Women in Chennai
Theboral P. and Vijayalakshmi V.

The Impact of In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) Treatment on Women’s Health
S. Gayathri Devi and M. Thamilarasan

Social Capital and Public Health in India
M. Thamilarasan and Anakha Babu

Emotional Intelligence as a Tool to Enhance Psychological and Social Well-being Among Collegiate Students
Ida Merlin J. and Prabakar S.

About the Author / Editor

M. Thamilarasan is Professor and Head, Department of Sociology, University of Madras, Chennai. He has worked among tribes, peasants, marginalized and aged of Tamil Nadu for over two decades and has contributed significantly in the field Sociology of Health, Ageing and Well-being through various research projects. He has authored two textbooks and edited five volumes on health and social issues. An active member of the Indian Sociological Society and the International Sociological Association, he served as Treasurer (2006-2009) and Convener (2019-2021)of Research Committee-12: Sociology of Health, Ageing and Wellbeing, Indian Sociological Society (ISS), New Delhi. He is also serving as Nominated Member in the State Level Steering Committee of Research and Development of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of Government of Tamil Nadu.