Introduction
Health has become a major concern for women. Aside from degrading their quality of life, health issues and weaknesses also contribute to society’s perception of them, which in turn shape their perception of themselves.
Although modern society strives to achieve a sense of equality between the sexes and EVEN as more research is being conducted in efforts to understand and address women’s health issues, it is evident that a lot of prejudice and discrimination still exist around this aspect of women’s lives.
Orientations Toward Health and Illness by Gustafson
Gustafson (272) explains two orientations for getting a better understanding of girls’ and women’s health. These are ...
