Socioeconomics
Socioeconomics
Socioeconomics (pronounced soh-see-oh-ek-uh-nom-iks) is a field of study that combines the concepts of sociology and economics. It examines how social and economic factors influence and shape each other.
Etymology
The term "socioeconomics" is derived from the Latin socius meaning "companion" or "associate", and the Greek oikonomikos meaning "skilled in household management".
Definition
Socioeconomics is an interdisciplinary field that uses theories and methods from sociology and economics to study how social and economic structures affect individuals' behaviors and outcomes. It considers factors such as income, education, occupation, and social class in its analyses.
Related Terms
- Sociology: The study of human social behavior, its origins, development, organization, and institutions.
- Economics: The study of the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
- Income: The money that an individual or business receives in exchange for providing a good or service or through investing capital.
- Education: The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.
- Occupation: A person's usual or principal work or business, especially as a means of earning a living.
- Social Class: A division of a society based on social and economic status.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Socioeconomics
- Wikipedia's article - Socioeconomics
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