Social Problems: Finding Solutions, Taking Action

This new social problems book emphasizes how students can better understand social problems if they have a strong foundation in sociological theory. Ideal for students who are taking their first sociology course, it also presents a basic introduction to the discipline. The book highlights the social construction of social problems by taking a comparative approach - how are the problems we identify in US society understood and dealt with in other parts of the world? Finally, there is a heavy emphasis on solutions to social problems, providing students with the tools to think critically about how social problems can be effectively addressed.

Author: Robert McNamara
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 09/01/2021
Pages: 528
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.00h x 7.70w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780190056353