1.

... is the condition and social category of people who lack housing,

HOMELESSNESS

2.

If ... is inevitable for a company, some solutions should be available to smooth employee exits.

DOWNSIZING

3.

Direct ... in school also involves a great deal of physical aggression.

BULLYING

4.

Violence is becoming a big problem nowadays, so laws should be passed to reduce ... in big cities.

STREET CRIME

5.

Much more tax money ought to be spent on improving ... services.

HEALTH-CARE