Social Problems and Social Justice

by Thompson, Neil

• ISBN13: 9781137603616
• ISBN10: 1137603615
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2017-03-14
• Publisher: MACMILLAN

Summary

This book discusses the nature and significance of social problems, and considers the relationship between social problems and social justice. It provides an overview of some of the key problems currently facing society, and clearly and systematically demonstrates how these problems perpetuate social injustice, inequality and discrimination.

Author Biography

Neil Thompson is a highly respected writer, teacher and adviser, with over 36 years' experience in the people professions. He has held full or honorary professorships at four UK universities, and is now a sought-after trainer, consultant and conference speaker.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction

Part 1: Understanding Social Problems and Social Justice
Chapter 2: Making Sense of Social Problems
Chapter 3: Making Sense of Social Justice

Part 2: Analysing Social Problems and Social Justice
Chapter 4: Poverty, Deprivation and Debt
Chapter 5: Unemployment
Chapter 6: Housing Problems and Homelessness
Chapter 7: Crime and Anti-social Behaviour
Chapter 8: Abuse
Chapter 9: Mental Health Problems
Chapter 10: Problematic drug use
Chapter 11: Terrorism
Chapter 12: Destruction of Habitat

Part 3: Addressing Social Problems and Social Justice
Chapter 13: Efforts to Date
Chapter 14: Future Avenues