Research Topic Ideas: Social Issues


Instructions

If you are interested in one of these topics for your research project,
make a choice:

  • Focus on one of the specific questions listed
  •  OR
  • Focus on the topic, with the questions helping guide your research
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      Abortion
    Should partial birth abortions be against the law?
    Should physician assistants perform abortions?
    Is there a link between breast cancer and abortion?
    How do abortion laws affect stem cell research?

    *image coutesy of www.insurancebroadcasting.com

      Crimes against humanity
    What events or feelings fueled this genocide?
    How has an individual contributed, positively or negatively, to this genocide?
    What are some methods to stop and/or punish those responsible for this genocide, and how effective are they?
    What are the political, economic, and/or social effects this genocide has had on society?

    *image coutesy of inforce.org.uk

      Euthanasia
    What are the various definitions of assisted suicide?
    What laws do we have addressing assisted suicide?
    What effect does the “Death with Dignity” movement have on our society?

    *image coutesy of www.isabelperez.com

      Juvenile crime
    What are some laws impacting juvenile crime?
    Is there a link between substance abuse and juvenile crime?
    What is being done to deter juvenile crime?

    *image coutesy of www.radio.cz

      Rape
    How has the legal system helped or hindered the rape situation in the U.S.?
    What part do alcohol and drugs play in rape?
    What are the issues related to rape on college campuses in the U.S.?

    *image coutesy of www.lib.nus.edu.sg

      Under-age drinking
    How does student alcohol use impact achievement in school?
    What are social implications of under-age drinking?
    What are health issues related to under-age drinking?

    *image coutesy of www.kgmb.com

     

     

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    last updated 05/14/2007