Prepare a 5-7 page paper on a social problem.  Paper must have a minimum of five scholarly references.  APA style is required.  The paper must have the following elements and should be prepared in the order that follows.

      I.          Identification and Definition of the Social Problem

     II.         Discussion on the Impact of the Problem

            How widespread is the problem in the general population?  Provide statistics.

            What populations are most adversely affected by the problem?  Provide statistics.

.           What is the impact of the problem on diverse populations and populations at risk?  Provide statistics.

III.       Identification of Social Policies That Address the Problem and Brief Explanation of the Purpose of the Policy

IV.       Identification of Social Services That Address the Problem

V.        Discussion of the Roles of Private Troubles and Public Issues in Contributing to the Problem

VI.       Identification and Discussion of Stressors in the Social Environment that Contribute to the Continuation of the Problem

VII.      Identification and Discussion of Strengths (Resources) in the Social Environment that Could Be Used to Address the Problem

VIII.     What is the impact of the problem on diverse populations and populations at risk?           Provide statistics.

IX.       Conclusion

                        Describe what you think should be done to address the problem.

                        Give reasons for your recommendation(s).