Social Problems In Unit 1: Your Problem Statement

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In your problem statement from Unit 1, you identified the social problem your program will be addressing, including the target population, type of services, and setting. This week, you are asked to expand upon the etiology of the social problem. Specifically, you should respond to the following questions:

First, specify what social problem(s) your program aims to address. Then, analyze the societal factors contributing to these problems, considering influences at various levels.

Discuss the micro, mezzo, and macro level factors from a systems theory perspective. Micro factors include individual characteristics and behaviors; mezzo factors encompass community and organizational influences; macro factors involve societal and structural aspects.

Next, examine how political, religious, and cultural values, both historically and in present times, influence the social problem. Consider how these values shape policies, attitudes, and societal norms.

Finally, identify the social and economic costs to society related to the social problem. Discuss impacts such as healthcare costs, lost productivity, social service expenditures, and broader societal consequences.

Support your response with at least three scholarly references, ensuring each source is credible and relevant to the discussion. The response should be a minimum of 350 words, thoroughly exploring these aspects of the social problem's etiology and societal impact.