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" Social problems and the quality of life / "
Robert H. Lauer, Alliant International University, Jeanette C. Lauer, Alliant International University.
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BL
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872180
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Lauer, Robert H.
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Social problems and the quality of life /\ Robert H. Lauer, Alliant International University, Jeanette C. Lauer, Alliant International University.
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Thirteenth edition.
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New York, NY :: McGraw-Hill,, [2014]
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xvii, 558 pages :: illustrations ;; 26 cm
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0078026865
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: 9780078026867
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
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| Contents
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Foundations -- Understanding social problems -- Problems of behavioral deviance -- Alcohol and other drugs -- Crime and delinquency -- Violence -- Sexual deviance -- Problems of inequality -- Poverty -- Gender and sexual orientation -- Race, ethnic groups, and racism -- Problems of social institutions -- Government and politics -- Work and the economy -- Education -- Family problems -- Health care and illness : physical and mental -- Global social problems -- War and terrorism -- The environment.
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"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."--Back cover.
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Quality of life-- United States.
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Social problems-- United States.
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Quality of life.
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Social conditions.
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Social problems.
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United States, Social conditions.
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United States.
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306.0973
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HN57.L39 2014
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Lauer, Jeanette C.
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