r/socialscience is a subreddit with 54k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and news, and the community frequently discusses social science, research, politics, study, and site.
The social sciences comprise academic disciplines concerned with the study of the social life of human groups and individuals including anthropology, communication studies, economics, human geography, history, political science, psychology and sociology.
Popular Themes in r/socialscience
#1
Advice Requests
: "What Social Science books to read?"
4 posts
#2
News
: "Trump Says He Will Deport U.S.-Born Kids Together With Undocumented Parents"
3 posts
#3
Solution Requests
: "Any book recommendations that are under social science"
2 posts
Popular Topics in r/socialscience
#1
Social Science
: "What is the definition and goal of Social Science?"
35 posts
#2
Research
: "No One Is Immune. 3 Dead, Multiple Wounded In Shooting At Wisconsin Private Christian School"
30 posts
#3
Politics
: "A videoessay on why conservatives look for strong father figures in Politics"
19 posts
#4
Study
: "Study sheds light on how “Not in My Backyard” attitudes can influence people’s views on abortion access | While abortion policy is typically framed as a moral or rights-based issue, those who support abortion access may oppose it if the services are offered in their own neighborhood."
13 posts
#5
Site
12 posts
#6
History
: "Russian historian gave a good speech on brainwashing and dictatorship (try to find the differences)"
12 posts
#7
Hate
10 posts
#8
Education
: "If uniforms build unity, are schools missing out by excluding teachers and staff from this practice?"
10 posts
#9
Gender
: "Does the Gender Wage Gap Actually Reflect Taste Discrimination Against Women?"
9 posts
#10
Frustration
8 posts
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+6k members(11.5%)
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Last updated: June 3, 2026