This course deals with basic concepts about the individual as an entity, a member of a family, a community and society. The concepts discussed are the family, the community and

society; individual’s responsibility to the family, community and society. These basic concepts are related to perception of population numbers, size, growth and quality;

changing attitudes towards population issues and the range of responses from individuals, households, communities and society and their implications for health and healthy living.

Objective: The objective of the course is to build the capacity of students to analyze issues in population and health relating to the individual, family, community and society

Mode of Delivery: The content will be delivered by means of didactic lectures, individual and or group presentations and guest lectures.