PHLB09H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 13: Dental Caries, Vital Capacity, Methylphenidate

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19th century, being overweight was considered to be a sign of wealth and prosperity in the united states. However, now having a bmi of over 30 is considered as being obese: there are differences that can be accounted for when deciding whether a condition counts as a disease. Some differences, such as blame and moral responsibility. 10-year-old boy is really restless and has trouble paying attention in the classroom: if he is labelled with the condition of fidgety, then it may be appropriate to discipline him. It is also called medical practice: illnesses can vary, but diseases are maintained. Christopher boorse (on the distinction between disease and illness): evaluative notion: is a concept that implies a judgment about the value or worth of a thing or activity. For example, may take a missed exam without any penalty: this belongs to the domain of medical practice and is an evaluative notion. Hence, it is evaluative and can be judged and valued.

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