Sociology of Emotions and Mental Health (L4114B)
Sociology of Emotions and Mental Health
Module L4114B
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
This module explores the relationship between the personal world of emotions and the social, cultural and historical conditions in which they arise. Emotions are socially defined, managed and regulated, while individuals perform emotion work to follow or resist normative ‘feeling rules’. We will explore emotions of passion (love,hate), self-consciousness(shyness, embarrassment, pride, shame), mood (happiness,sadness), and transgression (anger, envy, surprise).Sociological theories explain how some forms of emotional distress are defined as mental disorders, the lived experience of which can shape self-identity. We shall consider some different responses to this,including self-help groups, online activism, counselling and psychotherapy.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of sociological theories of emotion.
Explore and analyse in depth the social and cultural dimensions of at least one emotion or feeling state.
Develop a sensitive understanding of the relationship between emotions, mental health and self-identity.
Critically evaluate alternative approaches to mental health care, including anti-psychiatry, counselling and psychotherapy.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | A2 Week 1 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
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