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Teen Violence in Schools Essay   no comments

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Ever since the Columbine massacre occurred, people were asking “why?” There were reports that the shooters did not fit in, had barely any extra-curricular activities, and had no parental influence, as their parents were always working or away. These were true, but how bad does it have to get until someone decides to take such drastic measures as these shooters did? At what age does a sense of violence grow … Read the rest

Written by admin on November 18th, 2010

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Social Structure and Anomie Essay   no comments

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First and foremost, in order to properly interpret this article, it is imperative to understand what social structure means, as well as anomie. Social structure is the relatively stable pattern of social behavior, and anomie, is the societal condition in which norms break down and there is little moral guidance for individuals. After reading and grasping an understanding of the title of this article, I knew it was going to … Read the rest

Written by admin on November 12th, 2010

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Essay on Alcohol Abuse Among Teens   no comments

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In today’s society alcohol abuse among teenagers and college students is becoming a serious problem. “The total amount of alcohol consumed by college students each year is four hundred and thirty million gallons enough for every college and university in the United States to fill an Olympic size swimming pool.” (“Facts and Statistics”) Alcohol abuse can be defined as a pattern of excessive alcohol consumption that produces maladaptive behavioral changes … Read the rest