Published by Pearson (December 16, 2024) © 2025
Social Problems: A Down-to-Earth Approach explores the major social problems we face today, at home and abroad, with an emphasis on how these issues are relevant to our lives. Utilizing a consistent chapter structure and a balanced approach, author Jim Henslin seeks to instill a lasting sociological perspective that you can take out of the classroom and into your everyday life.
The 14th Edition has been thoroughly updated to explore the social issues of the day. Relevant contemporary topics include abortion rights, LGBTQ+ teen suicide rates and the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas. In addition, all topics, figures and tables have been updated with the latest information and data in order to provide an up-to-date overview of social problems.
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