The Unadjusted Girl, With Cases and Standpoint for Behavior Analysis by Thomas
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| Author | Thomas, William Isaac, 1863-1947 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Dummer, Ethel S., 1866-1954 |
| LoC No. | 23010187 |
| Title | The Unadjusted Girl, With Cases and Standpoint for Behavior Analysis |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Unadjusted Girl, With Cases and Standpoint for Behavior Analysis" by William I. Thomas is a sociological study written in the early 20th century. This work dives into the complexities of human behavior, particularly focusing on the so-called "unadjusted" individuals, such as delinquents, and explores the social and psychological factors that contribute to their behavior. Thomas employs case studies to illustrate his theories on the interplay between innate human instincts and societal influences. The opening of the book sets a thoughtful and analytical tone, establishing that understanding human behavior requires an investigation beyond simple categorizations of individuals. Thomas begins by discussing the fundamental wishes that drive human action, such as the desire for new experiences and the need for security. He emphasizes that maladjustment in individuals arises not from inherent flaws but from the effects of societal pressures and personal experiences. Through this lens, he reflects on the cases of girls and women categorized as delinquents, suggesting that their behavior is a manifestation of deeper emotional and social conflicts rather than mere moral failings. The stage is set for a detailed exploration of how societal constructs influence individual behavior and mental health. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| Subject | Young women |
| Subject | Female juvenile delinquents -- Case studies |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59826 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 129 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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