Sociology and social policy

Social science researchers at HYMS are working on international projects, including a collaboration with the Open University of Catalonia.

Our research involves a variety of important topics, including:

• e-health: the role of the internet and Web 2.0 in shaping how health and social care is delivered and the public understanding of health and illness
• public understanding of the body in relation to obesity and bodily performance
• how men understand and relate to health and illness
• relationships and wellness
• the integration and organisation of health and social care
• professions and public reputation
• professional-public communication
• European health care, professions and citizens

Key researchers