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    Durkheim proves that on the basis of an analysis of statistical evidence the number of suicides depended on the nature and strength of social bonds(1951, pp.309-325). Of the greatest importance is Durkheim’s analysis of anomic suicide, which furthermore resulted in the social disorganization. He concluded that the structure of society at any time affects the degree of social solidarity and this was measured by the number of suicides that took place (1951,p.323). One of

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    A social problem is a condition that at least some people in a community views as being undesirable. Everyone would agree about some social problems, such as murders and DWI traffic deaths. Other social problems may be viewed as such by certain groups of people. Teenagers who play loud music is a public park obviously do not view as a problem, but some other people may consider it an undesirable social condition. Some nonsmoker views smoking as an undesirable social condition that should be banned

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    the social zone is usually four to twelve feet. In this zone people feel a bit more comfortable and may stand closer so no one has to shout in order to communicate. Third, the personal zone is around one and a half

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    The term social justice can mean a variety of things depending on who you are asking. To many people, the general sense of the term resonates with everyone. Social meaning society and justice meaning fairness - two words that convey the overall meaning of social justice. Social justice, however, means more than just society and fairness. Through the “What is ‘Social Justice’? - A Collection of Definitions” compiled by Derrick Kikuchi, individuals varying from journalists to religious leaders chimed

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    society is a system of interrelated pieces that work together in agreement to uphold social stability for the whole and that sociological matters should be explained with scientific facts. Within functionalist theory, the diverse branches of society are predominantly comprised of social conventions, each of which is intended to satisfy different needs. The parts are all contingent upon each other. The fundamental institutions outlined by sociology and which are vital to understand for this theory include:

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    Utopian Throughout history, philosophers have tried to uncover the reasons behind people’s actions. Although many philosophers believe in human nature, which is the basic state of humans, there are some philosophers who believe that human nature simply does not exist. There are ideas about why people act the way they do, including assumptions based upon human nature, but the reality is that humans will do what they please based upon free will. Thomas More, a philosopher, envisioned a society and

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    Social Norm

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    Sociologists study human's social lives, interactions, processes, and organizations within their daily contact with social, political, and economic influences. Through numerous amount of theories they observe how social influences affect particular groups or individuals. This can and has created public controversy called a social problem. This is a condition that undermines the well-being of some or all members of society. Usually, these problems are a result of social norms that assume a standard

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    Employers; if an organization understands where social workers stand what they all after like, self-determination, consultation and how they will manage conflicts. In 3.09 (b) of the NASW code of ethics it states that “Social workers should work to improve employing agencies’ policies and procedures and the efficiency and effectiveness of their services. 3.09(c) Social workers should take reasonable steps to ensure that employers are aware of social workers’ ethical obligations as set forth in the

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    stem from the Morill Land Grand Acts that were adopted throughout the 1800's. The Morrill Act of 1862 was also known as the Land Grant College Act. It was a major boost to higher education in America. The grant was originally set up to establish institutions in each state in America. These school would educate people in agriculture, home economics,

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    continues to be one of the most easily available institutions of a state to

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