Making Sense of Social Problems: New Images, New Issues

Making Sense of Social Problems: New Images, New Issues (Social Problems, Social Constructions)
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Internet addiction. Cell-phone-distracted drivers. Teen suicide. Economic recession. The health risks of trans fats. The carefully selected collection of case studies in Making Sense of Social Problems is designed to help students understand and critically evaluate a wide range of contemporary social issues. The cases are organized to highlight a series of key elements: â€¢ why "objective" claims deserve critical attention â€¢ how advocates bring attention to issues â€¢ why expert interpretations may change over time â€¢ the role of the media in shaping or distorting concerns â€¢ the consequences of public policy. The introduction, conclusion, and section notes provide a coherent framework for the text. Reflecting the promise of the constructionist approach, the result is a powerful set of tools for systematically investigating social problems. It can be used to advantage as a "stand-alone," as well as with such texts as Joel Best's Social Problems.
Country USA
Brand Brand: Lynne Rienner Publishers
Manufacturer Lynne Rienner Publishers, Inc.
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781588268808
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Brand: Lynne Rienner Publishers
Manufacturer	Lynne Rienner Publishers, Inc.
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781588268808
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Making Sense of Social Problems: New Images, New Issues (Social Problems, Social Constructions)