Social Problems and Silver Linings

Naomi Latini Wolfe

Social Problems and Silver Linings is designed to help students develop a sense of agency in resolving inherently complex social issues through self-reflection, participation, and discussion. The rich interactive materials focus on social problems and how students can work to improve them—all while guiding them towards using social theory in their own lives. Students are further empowered through active participation, problem- based learning and an inviting approach to social theory, while mindfulness strategies enhance student awareness of themselves and others.

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Table of Contents for Social Problems and Silver Linings

Introduction
Chapter 1: Acknowledging Social Problems
Chapter 2: The Spectrum of Wealth
Chapter 3: Sex, Gender, and Sexuality
Chapter 4: Race and Ethnicity
Chapter 5: Freedom, Laws, and Justice
Chapter 6: A Sociological Analysis of Alcohol, Addiction, and Cannabis
Chapter 7: Health, Health Care, and Big Pharma
Chapter 8: The Sociology of Disabilities
Chapter 9: Reproduction and Families
Chapter 10: Sociological Perspectives on Aging and the Life Course
Chapter 11: The World's Population
Chapter 12: Environment and Climate Change
Chapter 13: Sociology of Peace, War, and Civil Society

Key features

An inclusive and problem-based approach to the material demonstrates the reach of social problems without "othering" those impacted, and provides opportunities for students to demonstrate reflection, understanding, and critical thinking
Structured theory sections, including connections to real issues, address student apprehension with social theory and connect them to chapter content with interactive data and activities
Robust Instructor Resources provide additional ideas for activities, in-class discussions, and instructor support for managing difficult conversations in the classroom