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This compact and affordable text serves as an introduction to a
wide range of social problems. Social Problems, Second Edition, is
unique in that all chapters are organized in a consistent format,
beginning with the definition and prevalence of the social problem
covered, followed by levels of causation, consequences, and
interventions. Each chapter includes a discussion of the future of
each social problem covered and a summary of its substantive
issues. All chapters conclude with discussion questions,
references, and a list of relevant websites.
This lively, readable volume introduces students to a variety of
sociological viewpoints on social problems. Every topic is analyzed
from individual, cultural, and structural perspectives. This
diversity allows instructors to compare explanations that
incorporate such structural factors as social class and economic
structure to explanations that focus on cultural factors or on
biological and psychological characteristics of the individual.
Social Problems, Second Edition, emphasizes the importance of
gender, race, and class for understanding social problems. The text
focuses on the U.S., but incorporates comparative, cross-cultural
material when appropriate.
Unique features of this book include the following:
* A consistent approach that offers solutions to social problems,
not just explanations
* Full chapters on the topics of cities and urban decline, and on
food and population
* Coverage of such issues as the criminalization of pregnancy,
domestic violence as a health issue, and aging and
homosexuality
To stimulate student interest, each chapter begins with an "In the
News" section that consists of several newspaperarticles on current
issues. Every chapter also includes "A Closer Look" inserts to
heighten student interest by describing ongoing efforts to resolve
current social issues. Some inserts highlight the impact of social
policy, while others summarize research or challenge "common sense"
assumptions. A comprehensive Instructor's Resource Guide/Testing
Program and a Website accompany the text.
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