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In: | The Sociological Quarterly, 30, 1989, 1, S. 59-76 |
veröffentlicht: |
JAI Press Inc.
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Medientyp: | Artikel, E-Artikel |
Umfang: | 59-76 |
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ISSN: |
0038-0253
1533-8525 |
veröffentlicht in: | The Sociological Quarterly |
Sprache: | Englisch |
Kollektion: | sid-55-col-jstoras7 JSTOR Arts & Sciences VII Archive |
<p>Previous studies have explained opposition to fluoridation in terms of misinformation, alienation, or confusion. These studies have several shortcomings stemming from an uncritical attitude toward scientific knowledge. Recent perspectives in the sociology of scientific knowledge provide the basis for developing a wider understanding of the fluoridation issue, including analysis of scientific disagreements, the promotion of fluoridation, and experiences in other countries. Contrary to the usual view, public opposition to fluoridation does not necessarily signify a failure of education or democracy.</p> |