Social problems and the quality of life

Author(s)

• Lauer, Robert H.
• Lauer, Jeanette C.

Bibliographic Information

Social problems and the quality of life

Robert H. Lauer, Jeanette C. Lauer

McGraw-Hill, c2014

13th ed

Note

"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"

Details

• NCID: BB27570168
• ISBN:
  • 9780078026867
• LCCN: 2012039677
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: New York
• Pages/Volumes: xvii, 558 p.
• Size: 26 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : HN57
  • DC23 : 306.0973
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : United States -- Social conditions
  • LCSH : Quality of life -- United States
  • LCSH : Social problems -- United States