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Sociological Imagination Discussion
Using the sociological imagination, answer the following questions (in at least a page) and reply to two fellow students. Please keep in mind that if we begin to see the impact of society has on all of us, even our most personal choice, we can see how the sociological imagination works.
- What made one (or more) of these individuals begin taking drugs? How can you tie that moment to something beyond themselves?
- How did their story (biography) intersect with history? In other words, how did what was so personal connect to social and historical conditions? What occurred outside of themselves that caused them to begin to use drugs? Please make sure to use examples from the readings and other course materials (for example, the videos we’ve watched, the personal stories of the people) to help you with your responses.
Sociological Imagination Discussion Answer
A combination of personal and social factors drove these individuals to begin taking drugs. One anonymous individual shared that he started taking drugs when he was administered opioids to manage his pain. The individual stated that the “irresponsible” prescription of opioid pain relievers has also led many others to addiction. When the individual was no longer allowed to buy opioid medication, he started taking heroin to cope with his situation.