Clinical Sociologist in Psychiatry – the Professional Bridge between Sociology and Psychiatry Cover Image

Klinički sociolog u psihijatriji ­­ profesionalni most između psihijatrije i sociologije
Clinical Sociologist in Psychiatry – the Professional Bridge between Sociology and Psychiatry

Author(s): Petar Opalić
Subject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Sociološko naučno društvo Srbije
Keywords: clinical sociologist; sociology; psychiatry; medicine;

Summary/Abstract: In the first section of the paper the profession of clinical sociologist in relation to other related professions in psychiatry is defined. Then various aspects of the position of clinical sociologist in a psychiatric institution, as well as specific features of various functions and roles of clinical sociologist in psychiatry and medicine are discussed. The conclusion points to some contradictions inherent in this profession. Advantages to be gained by introducing the profession of clinical sociologist in psychiatric institutions in our country are identified.

  • Issue Year: 49/2007
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 117-126
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Serbian