Randy Lynn, Ph.D., Author at Society Today

National Holidays

Celebrating Afghanistan’s Independence Day

In the spirit of global unity, Society Today recognizes and celebrates the national holidays of all the peoples of the world. As the world turns its gaze towards Afghanistan on…

National Holidays

Celebrating Indonesia’s Independence Day

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In the spirit of global unity, Society Today recognizes and celebrates the national holidays of all the peoples of the world. Today, we join the people of Indonesia in celebrating…

National Holidays

Celebrating Gabon’s Independence Day

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In the spirit of global unity, Society Today recognizes and celebrates the national holidays of all the peoples of the world. Today, we join the people of Gabon in celebrating…

Criminology, Gone But Not Forgotten

Gone But Not Forgotten: Howard Becker

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Howard Becker, who died on this date (August 16) in 2023, was a pivotal figure in sociology who profoundly shaped our understanding of deviance, subcultures, and the dynamics of social…

Race/Ethnicity

Building Bridges or Barriers? The Racial and Environmental Impacts of Urban Highways

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Highway development projects in Omaha have historically favored affluent, predominantly white neighborhoods while disadvantaging minority communities. Environmental burdens from highways, such as pollution and displacement, disproportionately impact neighborhoods of color.…

National Holidays

Celebrating India’s Independence Day

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In the spirit of global unity, Society Today recognizes and celebrates the national holidays of all the peoples of the world. Today, we join the people of India in celebrating…

National Holidays

Celebrating the Republic of the Congo’s National Day

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In the spirit of global unity, Society Today recognizes and celebrates the national holidays of all the peoples of the world. Today, we join the people of the Republic of…

National Holidays

Celebrating Pakistan’s Independence Day

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In the spirit of global unity, Society Today recognizes and celebrates the national holidays of all the peoples of the world. Today, as we celebrate Pakistan's Independence Day, we join…

Criminology

From Trauma to Trouble: ACEs and Delinquency in Rural, Suburban, and Urban Settings

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On Average, Florida Youths Endure Multiple Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): This is the case in both rural (2.40) and urban/suburban (2.28) settings. Rural Youths Report More Delinquent Acts: Rural youths…

Culture

When Talking Is Tough: How Avoidance Shapes Our Closest Relationships

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Prevalence of Avoidance: Avoidance is nearly as common as talking in close relationships, occurring 37.6% of the time. Influence of Relationship Duration: Longer relationships and denser social networks reduce the…