Description: Reviews the contributions to social problems theory that have been made by social constructionist theorists. This title is suitable for students, and provides a formulation of several major issues of social constructionism by contributors who are well recognized within the field.
Brief description:
Gale Miller is research professor of social and cultural sciences at Marquette University. His research focuses on social problems theory and the social organization and use of language in everyday life, particularly in human service organizations. He is the author or editor of numerous books, including Becoming Miracle Workers: Language and Meaning in Brief Therapy; Context and Method in Qualitative Research; and Enforcing the Work Ethic.