Category: Social Development

The deep social crisis that has gripped the world demonstrates the crucial role of the quality of the institutional environment in confronting and overcoming the recurrence of anti-social phenomena. Under these conditions, the thesis of institutional transformations as the core of social development is essential (Midgley, 1999). Recognition of the unique role of institutions has…

Social norms can differ from governmental rules as they are not written in constitutions or official governmental documents. Societies build specific standards that might vary in diverse countries, but some norms are common around the world. According to van Kleef et al. (2019), people expect others to have stable psychological conditions outside their homes and…

Social groups are made up of two or more individuals who interact with one another and share a sense of togetherness and identity. They are critical in the development of personality and in building a sense of identity (Berger & Luckmann, 1966). Primary groups are tiny and marked by long-lasting, close-knit interactions. Secondary groupings include…

Table of Contents Introduction Lupton Bawman Furedi References Introduction Several sociological theories have tried to address the impact of risk in molding individuals, as well as determining social development in communities. In the attempt to investigate various theories to this effect; this paper shall conclusively analyze positions taken by three leading thinkers: Deborah Lupton, Frank…

Summary In the Big Feelings book, a group of children has a shared goal of converting a trash-filled area into a playing ground. The children have different feelings such as happiness, excitement, or hopeful toward the task, hence threatening the finalization of the program. The children need to acknowledge each other’s emotional feelings and work…

Table of Contents Introduction Migration Poverty Education Conclusion Reference List Introduction Having considered the course I cannot but say that there are some points missed in the course. There are a lot of social problems, but I would like to concentrate on the several topics, that are neglected in the course. These are migration, poverty,…

Japan is a parliamentary constitutional monarchy that protects its economic interests through positive relationships with other countries. Since Japan has low corruption rates, it offers opportunities for successful foreign direct investment (FDI) without considerable financial risk. The country is characterized as a collectivistic high-power distance society emphasizing group interests and hierarchy. It is one of…

The period between 1500 and 1815 marked a significant history in the development of modern Europe. This period was characterized by great developments in science and technology, secularized politics and the nation-state. Behind these positive developments, there was an important historical phenomenon; the many wars including the 30 years dest the active conflicts that lasted…

Erik Erikson was one of the most influential psychologists of the 20th century. Creating his famous developmental theory, he argued that throughout their lifespan, people go through eight stages, with each of them being associated with a specific crisis. The successful resolution of the crises allows a person to live a fulfilling life, while failure…

Socialization is crucial for community growth and economic development since it promotes the exchange of ideas and unity. The development of social media platforms has made it easy for individuals to communicate regardless of the distance between them. Although technology has positively influenced socialization, it is associated with negatives such as misrepresentation and malice. Internet…