Study & Research The Homeless

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Introduction

Chapter 1: Is Homelessness Serious Problem?

Chapter Preface

Homelessness Is a Serious Problem for Society

Homelessness Is Not Society’s Problem

Homelessness Is a Problem in Cities

Homelessness Is a Problem in Rural Communities

Homelessness Is a Problem Among Women and Children

Homelessness Is a Serious Problem Among Men

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 2: What Are the Causes of Homelessness?

Chapter Preface

Low Wages and Limited Employment Opportunities Cause Homelessness

Homelessness Is Often Voluntary

Lack of Affordable Housing Causes Homelessness

Welfare Cuts Have Increased Homelessness

Mental Illness Contributes to Homelessness

Substance Abuse Is a Cause of Homelessness

Domestic Violence Contributes to Homelessness

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 3: How Should Society Deal with the Homeless?

Chapter Preface

The Hardcore Homeless Should Be Arrested

Society Should Not Criminalize the Homeless

Some of the Homeless Mentally Ill Should Be Treated Involuntarily

The Homeless Mentally Ill Should Not Be Treated Involuntarily

Private Charities Can Help the Homeless

Private Charities Cannot Help All of the Homeless

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 4: What Housing Options Would Benefit the Homeless?

Chapter Preface

The Federal Government Should Work to Provide Affordable Housing

The Federal Government Should Not Work to Provide Affordable Housing

Housing Vouchers Benefit Low-Income Families

Housing Vouchers Do Not Always Benefit Low-Income Families

SROs Offer a Solution to Homelessness

Periodical Bibliography

For Further Discussion

Organizations and Websites

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Study & Research The Homeless

This Study Guide consists of approximately 145 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Homeless.