Sociology terms for chapter 10

1. Reality Connection 10
By: Ashya McGee

2. Sexism
prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against
women, on the basis of sex.

3. Glass ceiling
an unofficially acknowledged barrier to advancement in a
profession, especially affecting women and members of
minorities.

4. Baby Boom Generation
to describe a person who was born between 1946 and 1964.

5. Alternative medicine
any of a range of medical therapies that are not regarded as
orthodox by the medical profession, such as herbalism,
homeopathy, and acupuncture.

6. Medicaid
America's public health insurance program that provides health care coverage to
low-income families or individuals. It covers doctor visits, hospital stays, long-term
medical care, custodial care, and other health-related costs.