Studies Covered Flashcards
According to the Jason (1991) article, what are the 4 ways a person can influence social change?
affecting regulations: Handicap parking sign study – 2 ways a spot can be indicated , painting on ground or sign. Study found that ground markings are not effective at deterring people from parking in handicapped spots but vertical signs do
influencing legislation: The dog litter study – issue was that people wee not picking up dog poop even with signs. Study found that educational efforts, having a fine, and having bags were way more effective
evaluating legislation: Existing laws in place but may be outdated or not meeting intended goals. Firearms control laws
In 2 cities – two different approaches
East St. Louis ($500 fine, possible 6 months jail if carrying)
Evanston ($500 fine and 6 months in jail if in possession)
Were these changes effective in reducing gun crime?
Reductions were only short term
Penalties were not sufficient to prevent
influencing and evaluating legislation: Decreasing smoking among youth, how? Store owners selling to minors. Found that when they made it a law and enforced it (monitoring and penalty), it made a big impact
Is global aging a concern? Explain why or why not. Drawing upon the Cheng and Heller (2009) article, please explain (a) why attention to seniors tends to be ignored, and (b) what are some approaches to effectively managing the growing population of seniors?
Global aging: Baby boomer population contributed, Upward trend – by 2050 the majority of the population will be seniors
This is an issue because… Population aging has far-reaching implications for social structures, economic activity, health care, housing, and virtually every aspect of society. Will not have enough adequate supports for the senior population
Why attention to seniors tends to be ignored: They are frequently stereotyped and discriminated against – especially in the medical field
There is a lack of programming for seniors to learn about physical, social, and economic rights. There are differences in men and women. Women are more likely to be widowed and living alone, have lower education, have lower employment history, and greater financial instability
Approaches to effectively manage aging population:
Empowering adults worldwide: providing more programs on socioeconomic information and rights
Alternative models of long-term care: Stop relying on hospitals and institutions that can have negative consequences, focus on developing and strengthening home and community based care
Housing alternatives: housing choices are currently limited – focus on developing freedom of choice in different housing options
Volunteerism: help with esteem by giving back to the community and creating a social circle
Familial support and community caregiving: important to have support from loved ones and the community
What did Corrigan et al. (2000) discover about people’s perceptions of health and social conditions in relation to stability and controllability attributions?
Persons with psychosis, substance abuse issues, and other mental illnesses are significantly hampered by societal stigma
Stigmatizing attitudes about general health disabilities: Controllability (How much is the person vs outside forces for a specific disability), Stability (How much is a specific disability expected to change and improve over time)
Who is more likely to be socially stigmatized: Cocaine addiction – in terms of controllability and stability, people believe they have control over it
Things like mental retardation or cancer is less stigmatizing because they can not control it
