This unique collection of case studies introduces readers to
many of the common yet extraordinary social problems in
contemporary American society. Employing a symbolic interaction
approach to the case studies, the authors identify the origins of
the problems, define the issues, and explore the outcomes and
potential remedies. The case studies themselves introduce readers
to the very personal side of the problems as the emotions, actions,
and perceptions of the subjects are revealed and analyzed. The
problems studied here are organized into three categories--
health-related issues, family issues, and behavior beyond the
boundaries--and include many problems that often receive too little
attention in the existing literature, making this book an original
and timely contribution.
Each of the three sections is preceded by a general review of
the chapters to follow and offers readers a prelude to the
exploration of human thought, language, and behavior captured and
illustrated in the case studies. In the first section of the book,
problems covered include suicide, anorexia nervosa, alcohol and
drug abuse, and AIDS/STDs. The second section covers teenage
mothers, domestic violence, divorce and poverty, child support and
deadbeat dads, and homelessness. The last section focuses on sexual
harassment, equal protection and racial exclusion, prostitution,
career criminals, mass murder, and serial killers. This book
represents a fresh new approach and a welcome addition to the study
of social problems in America today.
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