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

Dr Mike Hardey
Reader in Sociology

Mike HardeyMike has a long-standing research interest in mediated information, the role of the internet and delivery of welfare. He has recently been working on the role of Web 2.0 in health and social care.

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