Category: Sociology 7256

  • Social Norm Violation: Essay

    Check out this “breaking social norms” essay for ideas regarding violating social norms. Learn all about norm violation with plenty of examples. Table of Contents Introduction: Norm Violation in Sociology Social Norms Essay: Research Methodology Breaking a Social Norm Essay: Research Results Discussion: The Consequences of Social Norm Violation Norm Violation FAQ References Introduction: Norm…

  • A Review of the Book “It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken” by Behrendt

    Introduction Greg Behrendt and Amiira Ruotola-Behrendt (2005) are the authors of “It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken.” The book discusses a wide range of contemporary issues, one of which is marriage divorce. The book’s tone is laid-back and unpretentious as the authors begin the book with a tragic story in which they each tell…

  • McDonaldization of Society: Principles and Advantages

    Introduction McDonaldization is a phenomenon described by an American sociologist George Ritzer. By this term, the author means the process of domination of the principles of fast-food restaurants over the whole society in the U.S. and in other countries as well (Ritzer 20). It is characterized by several basic principles, which include efficiency, predictability, calculability,…

  • Niger: When Children Mortality Rates Go Up

    Introduction: Niger and Its Mortality Rates Niger has been known among the residents of Europe and America for its unique culture and original traditions for quite a while; however, since the 21st century, Niger’s reputation has changed drastically. Over the past decade, the very word “Niger” has become a staple for high infant mortality rates.…

  • Street Walk Essay: Socio Quiz

    Table of Contents Grosnover and Bay Transsexual Crack Central Gay Ghetto Hooker Harvey’s Filmore’s Bar Conclusion Reference This paper is an elaboration and analysis of social problems observed during a late night stroll around Toronto. Numerous observations were made and a few people were also interviewed to acquire a more direct and accurate observation of…

  • “The Power of Hope and Resilience…” by Weggeman

    Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Mallory Weggeman is an accomplished American Paralympic swimmer born on March 26, 1989. She narrates her success story in an admirable book adored with a swanky golden title that reflects her many gold-medal wins in swimming competitions. Weggeman’s story is rooted in a major predicament she found…

  • The Issues Related to Black Identity in Latina America

    Introduction The clash of civilizations and cultures always results in certain tensions that arise not only between people who belong to different traditions but also within each individual involved. Throughout history, people have exchanged their values, beliefs, and customs with their neighbors through trade, the establishment of close near-border ties, and immigration or with conquerors…

  • Permitting Process: The Role of Professionals

    The role of the helper is to pay attention to the emotions he or she has in relation to the client and then to discover the roots of these feelings and emotions. It is crucial that therapists monitor their emotions during sessions with their clients and use their responses as a source to understand clients…

  • Community Development and Empowerement in Australia

    Community development: What do they say it is? This is the planned development of all aspects that affect the well-being of people. These aspects comprise of cultural, political, social, economic and environment. The scope of development depends on various sizes of the group (Tesoriero & Frank 2010, p. 23). Effective community development practice should be…

  • Social Deviance and Delinquency

    Table of Contents How Social Deviance Contributes to Social Problems How Social Deviance Perpetuates Delinquency The solution to the Problem of Social Deviance Conclusion References A failure to comply with the norms and rules of behavior established in society is closely connected with a phenomenon called deviance. Sociologists define this term as a person’s carrying…