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sociology

How Traditions Shape Health in Dagestan

April 24, 2026

In Dagestan, people stay healthier partly because of strong community bonds. Traditional lifestyles, family values, and religious practices play a big role in daily habits. These cultural factors help maintain low sickness rates even in places where modern healthcare isn’t always easy to reach. A re

opinion

Sociology’s Survival: Why the Study of People Matters Now

February 11, 2026

Sociology has recently faced attacks that make it seem like a fringe subject, but the reality is far different. Many critics say the field is too “woke” or ideological, claiming it no longer serves students’ general education needs. Yet these arguments overlook the discipline’s core strengths:

education

Rethinking the Big Names of Sociology and Their Take on Religion

July 31, 2025

The idea that famous sociologists like Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Emile Durkheim were all about secularization might not be as straightforward as it seems. Over time, people have assumed these thinkers were on the same page, predicting religion's decline. But let's take a closer look. These sociolog

health

Guns in School Shootings: A Closer Look at the Culture Behind the Violence

April 24, 2025

In the United States, guns are the top killer of young people. The role of gun culture in school shootings is often debated, but few studies have dug deep into the connection. A recent investigation looked at how school shooters interact with firearms before their actions. It explored whether these

science

People and Power: Unveiling the Dispositif

January 6, 2025

Have you ever wondered what makes some societal structures work the way they do? Meet the dispositif, a concept brought to life by thinker Michel Foucault. Many people view it as an unseen force, like a mysterious puppet master. But the truth is, there are actual people behind the curtains pulling t

science

The Future of Cosmology: Hopes and Hurdles

November 25, 2024

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Advanced Study Institute (ASI) kicked off with a provocative lecture. It sparked discussions on the current debates, the future potential, and the societal impact of cosmology over the next decade and beyond. Cosmologists are eagerly anticipating what di