From Institutional to Jobless Ghettos

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from the lecture on the transition of neighborhoods from institutional support to environments plagued by joblessness and community decline.

Jobless Ghettos

Neighborhoods characterized by high rates of unemployment and social dislocation.

Social Dislocation

A breakdown of social structures and institutions, leading to increased crime and poverty.

Ghetto Poverty Tracts

Census areas where at least 40% of the residents live in poverty.

Urban Poverty

Economic conditions in urban areas where a significant portion of the population experiences poverty.

Concentrated Poverty

A situation where a high percentage of the population in a certain area lives below the poverty line.

Racial Segregation

The separation of people into different neighborhoods based on race, often leading to increased poverty.

Economic Deterioration

The process in which an area experiences a decline in economic conditions, such as job loss and business closures.

Neighborhood Social Organization

The degree of social ties and networks among residents, which contributes to community stability.

Legitimate Employment Opportunities

Available jobs that offer fair wages and benefits, contributing to community economic health.

Violence and Crime

High levels of criminal activity often linked to poverty and lack of opportunities.

Crack Cocaine Epidemic

A significant increase in the use and distribution of crack cocaine, often associated with urban poverty.

Community Resources

Services and amenities available to residents, such as schools, shops, and recreational facilities.

Housing Decline

A decrease in the quality and quantity of housing available in a neighborhood, often leading to vacancy.

Absentee Ownership

Ownership of property by individuals or organizations that do not live in the community, contributing to neglect.

Urban Sociology

The study of social relationships and structures within urban environments.

Census Tracts

Small, relatively permanent statistical subdivisions of a county defined for the purpose of collecting and analyzing data.