Entries by Daphne Hanson

Objective quality of behavior

Erikson argues that deviance is NOT an objective quality of behavior; rather, social audiences label deviance based on directly or indirectly witnessing such behavior. In short, deviance is less about statistical evidence and more about the quality of social reaction.  Using drunk driving as an example, how does the audience’s reaction establish boundaries between recreational […]

Discuss Jean Piaget’s first stages of cognitive development

Discuss Jean Piaget’s first 3 stages of cognitive development. Five Common Question Types There are overlaps and crossovers, of course, but most short answer and essay questions belong primarily in one of these five categories. Identify questions: Provide a detailed description of an event, process, or idea. These questions often include words such as:  Identify, Enumerate, […]

Racial and ethnic differences in delinquency

What are some of the reasons that have been advanced for racial and ethnic differences in delinquency? Why is the link between race and delinquency controversial? Does controversy similarly characterize the links between age, gender, and social class and delinquency? Why?

The most informed sentencing decision

What if you are a probation officer preparing to investigate the convicted offender’s background? What type of information would you want to get in order to help the judge make the most informed sentencing decision?  How might you go about getting that information?

Contemporary issue in American politics

A contemporary issue in American politics (no older than six months). Jessica Valenti, “If These Uterine Walls Could Talk,” Information concerning contemporary political issues/controversies must be presented with reference to at least one of the following sources: The New York Times, Washington Post, or The Wall Street Journal.

Sources of information about healthcare trends

Research news and other sources of information about healthcare trends in the United States. Describe one trend and at least three implications the trend could have for financial planning within a healthcare organization, such as a hospital or clinic. Include why the trend could have those implications. Support with researched and cited statements while following […]