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What two types of social phenomena influence sociologists with regard to choosing a research topic

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  1. Social problems - aspects of society that cause misery and anxiety to individuals and society e.g. domestic violence
  2. Sociological problems - how societies and social institutions work e.g. what makes a good marriage
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What does research aim to be

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Descriptive, explanatory or evaluative

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How does the interests and values of the researcher affect sociological research

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Perspective can affect what a sociologist feels strongly about and therefore what they research

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What is the timeline of what was popular in the academic world

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1970s: Gold rush of feminism
1980s: Studies on crime and punishment
1990s: Postmodernism and identity politics

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Why can charities influence sociollogical research

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They provide money so research focuses on what they want to know

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How does access to research subjects influence research topics

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Powerful people may provide less access to themselves