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Sleep and Society: Sociological Ventures into the Un(known)

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Exploring the sociological aspects of sleep and their links to current health debates, this unique text discusses why sleep has been so neglected in sociological literature and examines significant modern issues such as: the 24-hour society; sleep and work; homelessness; dream analysis; the medicalization and commodification of sleep. Written by a key international figure in medical sociology, this is the first sociological examination of sleep, making it important reading for academics and advanced students of medical sociology, health studies, and sociology, as well as for professionals and policy makers involved in the area.

Author(s): Simon J. Williams
Publisher: Routledge
Year: 2005

Language: English
Pages: 208

Dedication
Contents
Acknowledgements
Preface
Introduction
1 Changing theories and explanations of sleep: from ancient to modern times
2 Sleep through the centuries: historical patterns and practices
3 Sleep, embodiment and the lifeworld (Lebenswelt)
4 The social patterning and social organisation of sleep: inequalities, institutions and injustices
5 Colonising/capitalising on sleep? Medicalisation and beyond . . .
Conclusions: remaining questions and the challenges ahead
References
Index