Advances in Sociology Research

This continuing series presents original leading edge research results in the field of sociology. Each chapter has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial advances across a broad spectrum. Included in this compilation are topics such as adolescents in foster care and their attachment-security to significant others; reducing infant mortality in newly industrialised countries; democratic failings, successes and challenges in the European Union; exploring high population density and social behaviours; and the causes and economic effects of urbanisation in Asia.