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Dependency work and the social division of care

Published Date: 1.1.2015

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Theme: Recognition and inclusion

Sub-theme: Carer recognition

Social policy Feminist research Care relationship Case study

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Theme: Recognition and inclusion

Sub-theme: Carer recognition

View Publication Social policy Feminist research Care relationship Case study

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Dependency work and the social division of care

Published Date: 1.1.2015

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    Michael Fine

  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    Michael, F. (2015) Eva Feder Kittay: Dependency work and the social division of care. In F. Collyer (Ed.), The Palgrave Handbook of Social Theory in Health, Illness and Medicine (628–643). Palgrave Macmillan.

Long Summary

This book chapter reviews the emergence of sociological theories of care. It specifically focuses on an approach introduced by the philosopher Eva Feder Kittay, viewing care as a relationship of power. Kittay’s contributions are explored in the context of debates about care and the division of labour. The chapter begins with a short introduction of Eva Feder Kittay and her work, followed by an explanation of the notion of care as power. The chapter concludes highlighting the relevance of Kittay’s work on care and dependency in the context of ageing populations and the current under appreciation of care in society.

    Key Messages for Carers


  • Provides a biography of philosopher Eva Feder Kittay
  • Reflects on how Kittay's experience as a mother impacted her work
  • Discusses the relevance of Kittay’s work on care and dependency in the context of ageing populations and the current under appreciation of care in society

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • Discusses sociological theories of care
  • Explains that care is a topic that was often historically neglected in health sociology due to it being regarded as a familial responsibility
  • Highlights that the emergence of care as a field of research was partly due to feminist scholars politicisation of the familial duties and responsibilities of women

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