Understanding social issues

Examines the social issue of divorce including attitudes, case studies, the legal process, and the cost to children.

Examines the issue of child abuse assessing changing trends and attitudes in our society. Also covers case studies and the social point of view.

Includes discussions and first-hand comments on some of the relationships and problems connected with stepfamilies.

Surveys how justice is practiced in many different countries, and examines prison life and sentencing policies.

Examines the rising social cost of homelessness, those who are most vulnerable, and their experiences.

Explores various issues of abortion, including the question of restricting it by time limit, who uses it and why, and what alternatives exist.