The special feature of this study book is its practical approach to the fields of applied sociology. Referring to the life course (childhood, youth, employment, old age), it examines everyday experiences in a modern society. The book draws on examples that resonate with the students' own life experiences, address current issues of social coexistence, or relate to future practice in socially oriented professions. Each chapter presents a self-contained discussion and can be used as a basis for seminars and lectures depending on the topic of study. In this way, the book serves as a companion for students throughout their studies and into their professional practice.