Discussion #4 – Youth and Life Chances
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What life chances might these young men in the limousine have had? How might their future relationships benefit each other? Discuss examples of “life chances” as defined by sociologist, Max Weber. Consider positive, as well as negative outcomes of obvious and invisible life chances of youth. You might consider examples from gender, family, health, religion, neighborhood, education, mentoring, employment, lifespan, etc.
How might a child’s life chances be affected by family substance abuse?