Whether social problems emerge as issues of social justice or social order,they are usually associated with the idea that ‘something must be done’. Social problems represent conditions that should not be allowed to continue because they are perceived to be problems for society, requiring society to react to them and find remedies. The range of possible public responses is, of course, very wide.This book tackles some of the current issues in social science in an approachable and accessible way. It is intended for students, research scholars and academician in social sciences. It will help the reader to understand some of the big issues in the contemporary world, such as changes in family, work and identity; risk and the environment; and the impact of globalisation. The chapters are carefully structured and will help the reader to improve his/her skills in social science.
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