Social problems and the quality of life
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Social problems and the quality of life
McGraw-Hill, c2014
13th ed
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"McGraw-Hill/Connect Learn Succeed"
Includes bibliographical references (p. 481-538) and indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Social Problems and the Quality of Life is a thought-provoking text providing thorough coverage of the social problems that most acutely impact the quality of our lives. Chapters define what a social problem is, and address a number of questions crucial to understanding social problems. Learning is supported through several pedagogical features such as Global Comparison boxes and public policy sections, as well as study questions, internet resources, and ample review materials.
Table of Contents
List of Figures
List of Tables
Preface
PART 1 Foundations
1 Understanding Social
PART 2 Problems of Behavioral Deviance
2 Alcohol and Other Drugs
3 Crime and Delinquency
4 Violence
5 Sexual Deviance
PART 3 Problems of Inequality
6 Poverty
7 Gender and Sexual Orientation
8 Race, Ethnic Groups,and Racism
PART 4 Problems of Social Institutions
9 Government and Politics
10 Work and the Economy
11 Education
12 Family Problems
13 Health Care and Illness
PART 5 Global Social Problems
14 War and Terrorism
15 The Environment
Glossary
References
Credits
Name Index
Subject Index
by "Nielsen BookData"