Human, Cultural and Social Capital & Success in American Society :
A 30 page paper that provides a comprehensive overview of human capital, cultural capital and social capital, compares the essential premise presented by experts including Becker, Bourdieu and Farkas, and considers their implications for success in American society. Bibliography lists 12 sources. Humancap.wps

The Economics of Urban Poverty : The premise that poverty is largely a racial issue is discussed in this 8 page paper. The thesis presented has support from many economists who link race and the proliferation of the welfare state. Solutions to poverty are provided and include decreasing social services while improving educational facilities in poor, urban areas and implementing large scale affirmative action programs. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Urbpov.wps

Sociology and Race, Homelessness, and Urban Life : A 25 page paper that presents the works of three authors, Studs Terkel, Elijah Anderson and Elliot Liebow and considers their works with regard to race, poverty, gender and ethics. These works all represent different perspectives on race and urban issues, and provide compelling support against the common stereotypes of the day. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Socrace.wps

The History Of U.S. Children In Poverty : A 15 page paper that provides a historical analysis of the topic of children in poverty, and considers the advantages and disadvantages within the scope of society & social theory. Bibliography lists 12+ sources. Childpov.wps

Middle Class Americans & Health Insurance Coverage : A 15 page paper discussing the social and economic factors contributing to the increasing number of middle-class Americans who have no health-insurance coverage. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Healins.rtf

The Concept Of A Middle Class Black America : A 5 page paper exploring the differences in middle class standards. The writer examines white middle-America as compared to the black middle class, and shows the latter's progression. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Blkmddl.wps

African-Americans & Racism : A 10 page paper that demonstrates the processes that have led to an increase in institutional racism rather than a decrease. The writer suggests that the decline of Affirmative Action over the past few years has led to increased support for racial inequities and demonstrated the lack of equality in housing, employment and educational opportunities for many Blacks. Bilbiography lists 8 sources. Racism.wps

Black Neighbors : A 6 page paper on the book "Black Neighbors : Race and the limits of reform in the American Settlement House Movement, 1890-1945," by Elizabeth Lasch-Quinn. Settlement houses were designed to enable people living in poverty to have access to support and help no matter what their ethnicity, religious beliefs, or other differences that may be discriminated against in other areas of society. Lasch-Quinn addresses the issue form a unique perspective and allows the reader to see another viewpoint, a viewpoint that goes beyond the surface to the subtle realities of the settlement houses. She discusses the often misconstrued ideas regarding poverty stricken African Americans. Lasch.wps

White Male Culture Throughout The Twentieth Century : The thesis of this 10 page paper is that white males have always been in power. This is evidenced by the interaction of culture, politics, economics, and social development. Four specific time periods are highlighted as proof. Bibliography cites 6 sources. Cultprod.wps

Multiculturalism as an Important American Ideology : A 7 page essay on the importance of multiculturalism in which the writer makes the argument that this concept should really be "nothing new" as it was established in theme, by the Founding Fathers of the U.S. The writer points out that there does not exist any single, common American culture to begin with and continues to refute all arguments opposed to multiculturalism. The importance of diversity is stressed. Statistics and case examples from the research are included. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Multicul.wps

Multiculturalism / A Critical Examination : 3 pages in length. A critical essay on the concept of multiculturalism and the historic growth of the "monoculture" that has led to so much profound controversy. After assessing a number of relevant social and political issues, the writer concludes that there are both advantages and disadvantages to multiculturalism. No Bibliography. Multicu2.wps

Will Restricting Immigration Prevent Cultural Disintegration? : 6 pages in length. The United States of America is known as a cultural melting pot, where foreign-born peoples have flourished both economically and independently for nearly four hundred years. However, there is currently much concern about the long-term effects such immigrant influx is causing and will continue to cause the both the land and the legal citizens. The writer discusses the aspect of job stealing, overpopulation and environmental consequences instigated by the open-door immigration policy. Extensive bibliography included. Immigrat.wps

Cultural Diversity : A 4 page paper the considers personal attitudes and responses to cultural diversity. The writer suggests that because of the perception that different is negative and same is positive, cultural diversity has many negative misconceptions that can impact people in a number of job areas, including criminal justice. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Divpers.wps

Culture & Service Providers : A 7 page paper that recognizes that the nature of public service often requires that people work within multi-cultural environments and inteactions between people of diverses cultures is frequent. The writer also provides two distinct examples of intercultural interactions and suggests ways to address the issues that arise. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Culture2.wps

Political Correctness in the College Classroom : A 9 page research paper on being P.C. on campus. The writer explores the 'myth' of PC and its effects on policies and studies in higher education. A number of theories are cited to explain the evolution of PC's popularity. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Polcrrct.wps

The Concept Of Race As a Social Construct : In this 4 page research paper, the writer argues that race has no biological basis and is merely a socially-constructed concept-- created from perceptions conditioned by events of recorded history. Race and class issues (primarily the example of inner-city African-Americans) are examined with many examples to support this theory. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Racesoci.wps racism

Dealing with Racism and Racial Violence : A 5 paper on the problems associated with racism and the violence that stems from it. Discussed in the paper are different cultural and ethnic groups that are generally effected the most by racial violence, and what can be done about it. A brief description of what different types of racial violence can entail is also included. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Ratvio.wps

Discrimination / Cause & Effect : In 6 pages, the writer discusses the cause and effect of discrimination. The Rodney King case is used as one of the prime examples. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Discking.wps

Immigration Law & Poverty : A 30 page paper that considers the past and present immigration laws in the United States and considers them in terms of poverty in immigrant communities. Bibliography lists 25 sources. Immpolaw.wps

Science, The Bell Curve, & Racism : A 14 page paper that presents the theory that science has been readily utilized as a means for promoting racism. This paper considers the impact of scientific findings in regards to ethnicity and the impact that these have on racism, especially in the United States. The Bell Curve is one example of recent racially-based scientific findings that have been challenged because of their jaded methodology. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Science.wps

A Loss of Culture / Japanese - Americans During WW II : A 6 page examination of the true story documented in Monica Stone's "Nisei Daughter"-- the recounting of events that took place in a community of Japanese-Americans during and around the time of World War II. Specifically examined are the harsh ways that the Japanese people were treated and the socio-cultural problems they endured. Culture, power, and minority stereotypes are among the many issues explored (all Japanese were stereotyped as being "anti-American). Bibliography lists 3 additional sources used to support how the book itself illustrated such problems. Nisei.wps

Culture, Stereotyping, & Monica Stone's "Nesei Daughter" : An 8 page research paper on various sociological concepts concerning race, culture, power, stereotypes, etc; The writer defines relevant terms, provides examples, and then applies them to Stone's "Nesei Daughter"-- a narrative about the poor treatment of Japanese-American families during WWII. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Snisei2.wps

A History of Racism & Sexism in America : A concise 5 page essay on the historical origin of racism and sexism in the Americas. The writer details how the White Man brutally conquested the Native Indians and continued a reign of racist oppression thereafter. Sociopolitical examples such as The Chinese Exclusion Act, the persecution of Japanese-Americans during World War II, etc; are provided to support points made throughout the essay. No Bibliography. Amerrace.wps

Social Structure, Race, Class, & Economics In America : A 7 page essay on socioeconomics in the United States. The writer feels that even though Black people are regarded as socially equal-- society has still managed to keep minority races as socio-economically unequal to the middle class. Race as a social construct is examined as are the demographics of each class. No Bibliography. Socioeco.wps

Reverse Discrimination / A Black Perspective : An 8 page overview of the effects of Affirmative Action and the resulting phenomena of reverse discrimination. Concludes that although reverse discrimination does sometimes occur, it alone is not reason to abolish Affirmative Action policies. Bibliography lists ten sources. Revdisc.wps

Gary Althen’s "American Ways" : An 8 page paper that provides an overview of Gary Althen's book American Ways. This paper demonstrates the way in which Althen's cultural perspective on white, middle-class America can be an important sociological tool for people from other countries. Bibliography lists 1 source. Amerways.wps

The Journey Into Adulthood : This 5 page essay explores the 3 stages of adulthood using Helen L. Bee's The Journey of Adulthood as its only source. The book is used, along with personal observations, to provide an overview of the various stages as well as its relevance to a class on family life. Adulth.wps

Effects Of Immigration : A correlation between immigration and the increase in delinquency, crime and poverty is made in this 8 page paper. Statistics are noted to support the argument as well as studies that show that crime is brought into the United States by foreign groups. Regional variations are also included. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Immigration.rtf

Sociology, Culture, & Learning -- A Theoretical Examination : A 5 page essay exploring specific sociological issues: social factors involved in learning; how social structure creates social order in a culture; how social structure and culture have changed over the last 50 years. Theories are offered in terms of learning as a social act. Social order is explained. Bibliography is included. Socio.wps

Problems of the Mass Media : A 5 page analytical look at the writer's perceived "down" fall of the "mass audience" and, ultimately, of the mass media. Stereotypes, prejudices, and the public's lack of faith in institutions are cited as being responsible. Media responsibility is examined as are a number of other key topics from this genre. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Massmedi.wps

Media Stereotypes : A 5 page essay that looks at the current state of media and its obsession with stereotypical images. The paper reviews social theory relating to image, racial portrayals in the media, and the portrayal of women in the media—and posits that in the United States, legitimate media is currently underground. Bibliography cites 7 sources. Steromed.wps

Separatism / A Legacy 1960-1990 : A 6 page paper on how the 1960s led to the separatism of the 1990s. The writer proves, through historical, socioeconomic and political perspectives that "the revolutionaries of the 1960s are still stranded on the edge of the abyss and scrambling for ways to keep their children from falling in. One or more leaders today haven’t the charisma or opportunity, due to media castration, to lead them. Leadership is coming in the form of separatism into various cultures. Just as they were then, the boomers are stuck looking for identity in separatism, and also as they were then, they are the leaders of that revolution." Bibliography lists 14 sources. 60s.wps

Life In The City / Advantages & Disadvantages Of Urban Life For Children :
A 7 page paper considering the ways in which living in urban centers is associated with advantages or disavantages. Focus is on lower-income families in the inner city, for whom many of the cultural advantages of the city do not apply, the challenges they face, and the effect of these upon the children. Successful urban improvement programs to address these difficulties are described as potential advantages to urban children. Bibliography lists 24 sources. Urbanchi.wps

Rising Class Consciousness in The U.S.A. : This 10 page paper arguing that there is a rising class consciousness in America today. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Classcon.wps

Saturday Night Fever / Film Exemplifying "The Working Class": This 5 page essay examines this film starring John Travolta sociologically, as it demonstrates the realities of the working class. Analysis includes the significance of Bobby's suicide as well as Tony's internal struggles that have much to do with his class status. No bibliography. Satfev.wps

Individualism v. Collectivism / Americans Value The Individual : A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the debate between individualism and collectivism, supporting the position that American society values individualism. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Indicoll.wps

The Upper Class As A Governing Class : G. William Domhoff’s political observations, along with those of others, are explored in this 7 page paper. Issues discussed include the domination of the upper class in politics, particularly in the white house, campaign financing and the difficulty in defining the upper class. Several views concerning the observations are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Domone.wps

The Upper Class Defined : G. William Domhoff’s observations of the upper class as a cohesive, class conscious and national group, are explored in this 7 page paper. Issues discussed include the definition of upper class and how other classes fit into Domhoff’s observations. Other perspectives are also noted as well as the relevance of the conclusions themselves. Several examples are shown, including one from the 1997 film Titanic. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Domtwo.wps

America’s Self-Made Man : A 5 page paper discussing just what the American Dream is. It has nearly always been measured in terms of wealth, but not necessarily in terms of dollars. The self-made man of Ben Franklin’s time was not a success only in terms of money, but in terms of life. Money was the reward—not the goal. The American Dream is still alive, but it has been replaced in the eyes of many by a sham, by that counterfeit that says that money is the only true measure of the worth of a man. The pity is that money can be lost; character remains. Those with little character but great sums can completely lose themselves when the money is lost. Bibliography lists 1 source. Selfmade.wps

A Short Demographic Analysis Pertaining To Education In Georgia : A 6 page paper discussing some of the uses of demographic studies, but focusing more on a demographic analysis of regions of Georgia based on data collected in the 1990 census, comparing the striated regions of the state with each other according to state averages. Assuming that all other conditions remain the same, it is reasonable to forecast trends indicated by demographic studies. Georgia education data is compared to that of the US as a whole, but the paper points out the problems inherent in comparing some categories, such as "high school by grade" vs "did not complete high school." Bibliography lists 7 sources. Demograf.doc

Cornel West’s "Race Matters" / Analyzed : This paper examines the 1993 collection of essays by Princeton University Afro-American Studies professor Cornel West entitled, Race Matters. Specifically discussed are the individual chapters on black-American nihilism, problems with racial reasoning, the lack of quality within current black leadership, the problem with the black conservatism movement, the importance of Affirmative Action, the historical evolution of black-Jewish relations, the myths surrounding black sexuality, and the mobilizing influence of Malcolm X's leadership upon black society. Bibliography lists 1 source. Racematr.wps

Tomas Almaguer’s "Racial Fault Lines" : A 10 page paper that provides a basic overview of Tomas Almaguer's book Racial Fault Lines, and considers the implications of his arguments for the development of white supremacy in California. No additional sources cited. Racfault.wps

Race Relations in American Society : A 5 page paper discussing two books in relationship to prejudices. The books are, "Natives and Strangers: A Multicultural History of Americas," by Leonard Dinnerstein, Roger L. Nichols, and David M. Reimers, and "Lies My Teacher told Me: Everything Your American History textbook Gone Wrong," by James W. Loewen. The different levels of prejudice are discussed as well as definitions of racism and stereotypes. Two models of racism are presented and detailed. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Raceam.wps

John Berger’s Ways of Seeing" : A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the essential elements of Berger's book Ways of Seeing. No additional sources cited. Berger.rtf

Sociology : 5 pages in length. The social, political, economical and religious activities experienced in everyday life represent the very essence of what it means to be a human being. These representations illustrate how and why a person acts the way he or she does, how they attribute their moods, feelings and emotions, the way in which they interact with one another, as well as what governs their overall behavior. All of this is rolled up into one well-defined subject: the study of sociology. The writer offers an overview of sociology as a study, as well as describes the duties of sociologists. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Socio.wps

Qualitative Research In The Social Sciences : A 15 page research paper that gives an overview of this field of research. It defines qualitative research, contrasts it with the concepts behind quantitative research, and explores the conflict between these two major forms of academic research. The writer also includes the major steps involved in conducting a qualitative research study. Bibliography lists 17 sources. Quality.wps

Sociology and the Characterization Of The Discipline : A 15 page paper that considers the characterization of the sociological discipline and the importance of this determination in relation to classical sociological theory. This paper answers relative questions about bias and efficacy in creating a comprehensive look at the value of the sociological process. Bibliography with 5 sources. Disc.wps

Sociology of Humans & Animals : Using 3 relevant sources, this 5 page essay discusses how similar apes and humans are from a socio-psychological perspective. Author makes the argument that apes should be treated just as humanely as ourselves. Apebook.wps

Telethons As A Societal Dilemma / Labeling The Handicapped : 6 pages in length. Although telethons have long been commended for their ability to raise money to help disabled persons, the writer of this paper argues that there also exists a number of reasons to criticize them as actually doing more harm than good. Labels such as "victim,"" cripple," and "wheelchair-bound" are demeaning. They invoke undue pity from telethon viewers and resentment from the disabled. Moreover, corruption and scandal are linked to these media masquerades and ultimately, a grave societal dilemma is presented by them. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Telethon.wps

Cohabitation / Problems : A 5 page paper discussing the problems that can arise from living together without marriage. Living together has caused far more controversy than just the value of maintaining laws that are no longer enforced. The focus here is its effects on traditional marriage and social issues. Though the most common opinion is that there is nothing "wrong" with living together either instead of, or before marriage, there is increasing evidence that there is indeed something "wrong" with it, to the extent that it is listed as a risk factor against the success of subsequent marriage between the same partners. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Cohab.wps

Suicide & Religion : The correlation between these two variables is outlined in this 10 page research proposal. After a review of sociological literature, a study is designed which includes the derivation of relevant statistical data as well as questionnaire distribution. Ten sample questions are included as well as an explanation of the methodology employed. Variables are described in detail. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Relsuic.wps

Dangerous Cults In The United States : This 14 page paper answers the question as to whether or not dangerous cults should be legal in the United States. The answer is not surprisingly complex as the question involves many issues, most predominately Constitutional freedoms. Groups such as Heaven's Gate, EST, Santeria, the Ku Kux Klan and the Right to Life movement are just some of the groups discussed. Satanic song lyrics are also addressed as part of the issue. The paper concludes that while truly dangerous cults should be outlawed, this should be done very carefully as not to infringe on first amendment rights. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Cults.wps

Counseling Perspectives For Adolescent Homosexuality : A 5 page paper that deals with the issues facing counseling psychologists who counsel adolescent homosexuals. The paper discusses the issues facing the adolescents and gives the psychologist background research on a few of these issues. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Youngay.wps

Adults Return to School / Sociology & The Non-Traditional Student : The reentry of adults as non traditional students into higher education has become linked to the changes in job descriptions, job availability, job demands, and the world-wide corporate-industrial culture. In this very detailed 16 page research paper, the writer explores how adult college education has become symbolic of job opportunity/qualification & improvement yet at the same time, the meaning of a college degree has become less and less significant over the years. Macro & Micro studies as well as numerous statistics, studies, and case examples are provided. Bibliography lists more than 12 sources. Nontrads.wps

Aggression, Obsessive Love, & Codependency : A 12 page research paper on obsessive love and codependency. Obsessive love is defined as a social psychology issue and the role of aggression is explored in great detail. The "Fatal Attraction Syndrome" is essentially what this paper attempts to clarify for the reader. The importance of frustration and its relationship to rejection is of importance as well -- The writer concludes that it is only when we begin to realize that we are creating the very problems we hope to be preventing will the whole problem of codependency, and obsessive love disappear. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Obseslov.wps

"Drugs, Policy, and Society" : An 11 page analytical discussion of early legislative policy and how it compares to the contemporary war on drugs. Especially useful to those studying policy & planning, sociology, and/or public administration. Bibliography lists 14+ sources. Drugpoli.wps

Effects Of The Mass Media On Our Perception Of Christmas : A 25 page research paper examining the question: "Does mass media affect the image of Christmas?" The writer traces the history of Santa Claus, examines the importance of Christmas shopping for retailers, reviews the types of media that affect the meaning and image of Christmas providing quotes from a number of sources, and reaches a relevant conclusion based upon the research. Extensive bibliography is included. Christma.wps

How Much Have Public Attitudes Really Shifted? : A 14 page paper evaluating the mechanisms underlying shifting public attitudes toward sexuality, globalization, drug and alcohol use, and marriage. Too often, we allow our attitudes to be shaped by movies, news items and bored celebrities who have too little of consequence to do with their time and are too shallow to seek out worthy pursuits from which we could all benefit. Hollywood and journalists often exploit marginal aspects of society, making aberrations appear more common than they truly are. The visibility, however, works to diminish the shock value of the real-life occurrences and contributes to their becoming more common. Bibliography lists approximately 10 sources. Changes.rtf

Shifting Public Attitudes : 10 pages in length. Where the world is headed is anyone's guess. If the barometer on such direction is based on shifting public attitudes, however, there are some diverse and alternating roads ahead. The climate of public attitude is dependent upon the source of contention; some issues are met with open-mindedness and liberality, while others face a wall of indifference and scorn. The writer addresses this progression on several issues with regard to current attitudes. Change2.wps

Spending Habits Of Today’s Young Americans vs. Yesterday’s : A 6 page paper discussing the very different spending patterns and attitudes of young Americans just starting out in the adult world and more "settled," thirty-something Americans. Bibliography lists several sources. Spend.wps

The Feminization of Poverty : 40 pages discussing from a feminist's viewpoint how changing social structures have brought about "Feminization of poverty." Numerous case studies are backed-up by relevant statistical data to prove thesis. Bibliography lists 20+ sources. Fempover.wps

Pornography / Sexual Slavery : A 4 page argumentative essay examining the controversy surrounding pornography. The writer discusses the negativity and danger of porn and argues against it from a social (not moral) perspective. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Pornogra.wps

Kubler-Ross' Death / The Final Stage of Growth : 8 pages in length. America, says Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, is a death-denying society. We all know death is going to happen to us, but we act as if it’s not. Even when we hear of the death of an elderly acquaintance, we ask what was wrong with him -- as though death were somehow a rare or abnormal condition caused by something he did. This thoughtful essay and review of Kubler's well-known book argues that the American method of handling the subject of death is injurious to both the dying and their survivors. The primary source is quoted and full citation is provided. Death.wps

Humanities / One Definition, Two Meanings : A 3 page essay which discusses the two different meanings of humanities--in the general sense and in the liberal arts sense. Humanit.wps

Has "The American Dream" Come True ? : A 4 page discussion of the proverbial "American Dream," what it meant.. and what it has come to mean today. The writer is particularly concerned with obstacles to achieving the dream and whether or not it still may constitute a definitive reality for all in this country. No bibliography. Amerdrea.wps

The Importance of Honesty : A 5 page discussion of the changes in society's mores and suggestions for solutions as to how the evolution back to honesty and integrity can be achieved. No sources are listed. Honesty.wps

Perception of Change & Fear of Crime- Implications for Television News Viewers : 11 pages in length. The impact of television viewing on viewers' attitudes and behaviors is an ongoing public debate and one that has much room for further inquiry. Using primary research, study posits that fear of crime is exacerbated by the perception of change in one's immediate environment. Several free charts are provided in an appendix and a bibliography lists 6+ sources. Crimetv.wps *Graduate level, advanced research.

Kohn's Demonizing of Competition In The Book "No Contest" : A 5 page opinion paper on the value of competition in life. The writer details arguments Kohn makes in his book "No Contest," and refutes them accordingly. Kohn feels that competition is an unavoidable evil and uses many examples to prove his point. No other sources cited. Nocontes.wps

Views on Affirmative Action/ African vs. Irish-American : A 15 page research paper on the reasons why African-Americans and Irish-Americans each have different, opposing views of Affirmative Action in the United States. The writer finds that their different backgrounds in this country (i.e. slavery vs. immigration) are the apparent reasons. Paper is pro-affirmative action --- Bibliography lists 12 comprehensive sources. Afroiris.wps

Cultural & Ethnic Group Expressions Of Humor : 2 pages discussing some of the groups that joke about each other; mentions FDR’s requirement of the US ambassadors in 1930’s Europe to report to him current political humor. No bibliography. Humor3.wps

Early Twentieth Century / New Humor : This 5 page research paper examines the social changes between men and women during the early twentieth century, 1900-1920s, which was reflected in the humor. Specifically discussed is the "battle of the sexes" theme which emerged during this time period as a result of women in the workplace and women becoming more assertive in society. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Humor20.wps

Practical Uses Of Humor In Health Care, Education, & Business : A 3 page look at some of the ways humor can be of benefit in health care, education and business. No cited references. Humor1.wps

How Americans Spend Their Free Time : A 5 page paper that considers the amount of free time that Americans have and the surprising ways that this time is spent. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Leisure.wps

Equality & Its Importance In Modern Society : A 7 page paper defending the need for equality / equal treatment in society. The writer defines and explores various relevant issues and refutes opposing viewpoints. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Equality.wps

WASPs: Privileged or Prejudged? : A 3-page paper analyzing racism in relation to WASPs. The writer examines the issues of reverse discrimination, what can be done to change prejudice, and what WASPs can do to bring about this change in how they are perceived. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Wasps.wps racism

Why We Eat Certain Foods : 8 pages in length. Using information from a documented Household Expenditure Survey, this paper attempts to analyze,-- mostly from a socioeconomic perspective, why we eat the foods we do. (i.e., lower classes consume more junk food, etc;) Bibliography lists 4 sources. Foodwhy.wps

Buying A Car : A 6 page paper that considers the economic elements of purchasing a car. This paper evaluates things like: the use of the blue book, getting the best buy, differences between new and used cars, and the long-term implications of car buying. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Carbuy.doc

Is Creationism a Science ?-- Yes ! : A comprehensive, 6 page discussion of whether or not creationism is truly a science. The author believes that it is in fact, a science and defines many relevant terms. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Keywords: biology, evolution, social science. Creatism.wps

Is Creationism a Science? -- No ! : An 8 page research paper examining whether or not creationism is truly a bonafide science. The writer describes the main theories of Creation-science and illustrates through argument that it does not meet the criteria to be a science. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Creation2.wps

The Teachings of Creationism as Contrasted to the Theory of Evolution :
A 10 page research paper discussing Evolution vs. Creation. Topics explored include: reaction of 19th century theologians and clergy to Darwin's theories, court cases resulting from teaching the theory of evolution, including the famous Scopes' Monkey Trial, the current acceptance level of evolution. Bibliography includes 10 references. Darwin.wps

Biological Determinism / Our Actions Are Determined by Biology : A 17 page discussion of the role of genetics in determining behavior. Emphasizes that our actions and behaviors are essentially an interplay of genetics and societal factors but acknowledges that the genetic predisposition for certain behaviors is definite and difficult to overcome. Relies extensively on the ideas presented in Richard Dawkin’s The Selfish Gene but backs these ideas up with actual research examples. Uses the counter examples of research indicating that homosexuality is a genetic condition and that research which shows that gender roles are shaped by the environment. Bibliography lists 16 sources. Biodeter.wps

Biology & Behavior / Nature vs. Nurture : 9 pages on biologically determined behaviors and the nature vs. nurture controversy. Writer finds that many of our more common behaviors do indeed find their roots in biology. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Biolbeha.wps

The Nature vs. Nurture Controversy : A good 6 page analysis of the nature vs. nurture controversy regarding factors that contribute most strongly to human development. The writer assesses both sides of the issue, explains its relevance to sociology & sociobiology, and determines that the development of a personality and the characteristics of that personality actually depend upon a combination of biological and social factors. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Naturenu.wps

Nature vs. Nurture / Article Discussion : This debate is presented in a 1997 New York Times article that proposes two diametric sides on the issue of brain development. A 5 page critical analysis explores assumptions made in the article. Pros and cons are shown on each side. While no side is taken, the analysis suggests that political correctness may play a role in the debate. No other sources used. Nnurt.wps

Computers & Entertainment : This 6 page paper takes a look at the effects the introduction of the personal computer has had on the entertainment industry. Also discussed is how computers are used as a form of entertainment. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Compent.wps

Origin of Social Movements / Civil Rights & Farm Workers : A 3 page essay that investigates the origin of these two social movements and their subsequent impacts on the American society. The writer argues that social movements always have an impact on the society, the questions are: is the impact lasting and how much of an impact is made. In both these cases the impacts were significant. Evidence for the conclusion is presented. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Impact.wps

Impact Of 1960s Social Movements : A 4 page essay discussing how the social movements of the 1960s impacted attitudes toward race, government, war, politicians and women. Did the struggles of those involved in the different movements result in lasting changes? This writer suggests they did, although true equality still eludes many segments of the population, the events of the 1960s did have a positive impact in many arenas. Socmove.wps

Media Racial Bias : 9 pages in length. Given the power of the press, one would think that reporting the facts would be of utmost importance. However, the truth is often intermixed with fiction, opinion and downright bias when it comes to the media's interpretation of racial issues. The writer addresses racial bias within the media, as well as cites substantiated reasons for its existence. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Mrbias.wps

Sexual Deviance / Changes In Perception & Definition Throughout Time: This 11 page paper looks at what constitutes sexual deviancy and how those "measures" change with any given timeframe. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Sexdev.wps

Sexual Misconduct : This 6 page paper discusses the concept in terms of modern litigation. Cases include the Paula Jones allegation against President Clinton, the military case of adulterer Kelly Flinn, allegations by many women against Sgt. Delmar Simpson as well as a recent case involving homosexual advances which served to set a precedent. Definitions and guidelines are given for both sexual misconduct and sexual harassment. The recent Brown University controversy is used to demonstrate that there is a fine line between misconduct and acceptable sexual behavior. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Sexmis.wps

A Qualitative Analysis of the Social Environment at a McDonald’s :
5 pages in length. The writer analytically discusses the social environment and atmosphere in a typical Mc Donald’s fast food restaurant. Qualitative research on social environments is included as well. Bibliography lists 1 source. Qualanal.wps

Philanthropy / An Overview : Philanthropy is a 5 page paper on philanthropy in the U.S. The paper talks about what philanthropy is, when it got started, some key players in the game, and where philanthropy is today. Philant.wps

Michael Bernard’s "Staying Rational In An Irrational World" : In this 5 page book review, the writer explores "Staying Rational in an Irrational World" edited by Michael Bernard. In exploring Albert Ellis' theories, the writer reports how one's thinking may be changed to become a more rational person. No additional sources cited. Stayingr.wps

Application Of Sociological Theory : A 4 page report using social theory to explain the behavior patterns of a young pre-adolescent girl who prefers male sports and various other non-traditional activities. Psychoanalytic tools are described and Social Learning Theory is applied. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Socitheo.wps

Article Reviews / Behavior Therapy : 16 pages worth of reviews from behavior therapy - related articles. (psychology/make article section). Behathe3.wps

Behavior Therapy Vs. Psychoanalysis : An 8 page paper that looks at the development and differences between behavior therapy and traditional psychoanalysis. The author determines that the progression from the psychoanalysis to behavior therapy is natural, and that the current use of behavior techniques is based on the necessary transition. Bibliography lists 3 sources.Behapsyc.wps

The Benefits of Art Therapy : A 10 page paper discussing the utilization of therapeutic art programs in the rehabilitation of the emotionally-traumatized & disabled. Bibliography lists six sources. Artther.wps

Career Counseling from a Christian Perspective : 7 pages in length. In great detail, the writer discusses problems that Christians are apt to find with the concept of career counseling and posits a methodology designed to help them appreciate it based upon the existing literature. It is asserted that a well-rounded Christian philosophy in career guidance counseling should help people discern their vocations and encourage the Christian use of their skills, Approximately 12 scholarly sources are listed in bibliography. Careerco.wps

Career Guidance Counseling : A 13 page comprehensive, analytical paper examining theories of career guidance counseling. The writer then goes on to create one based strictly upon the existing literature. Included are a theoretical history, discussion of major theorists, and various case examples. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Careergu.wsp

School Violence / Anti-Violence Programs & Conflict Resolution : An 8 page outline of the problem of school violence and what is being done across the nation to combat it. The writer outlines several successful anti-violence and conflict resolution programs that have been incorporated in schools. Emphasizes one innovative program from Jacksonville Florida that developed distance learning curriculum. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Schlconf.wps

Do Interviewing Techniques Reduce Violence In Public Schools ? : An 11 page research paper examining the failure of interviewing techniques and alternative methods in stopping drug abuse & violence among populations attending inner-city public schools. Research and existing literature on the subject are examined are recommendations for "getting at the heart of violence" in a specific urban school system. Bibliography lists 15+ sources. Schovio2.wps

Violence in Our Schools / What Can Be Done ? : A 12 page examination of violence in our schools and the anti-violence programs which are being implemented to deter it. Special emphasis is placed on one such program in Northwest Florida. Bibliography lists seven sources. Vilsk.wps

Alcoholism / A Realistic Case : A 10 page narrative illustratively detailing the author's experience with a friend who was discovered to be an alcoholic. Near the report's conclusion, an analysis is made based upon common concepts and terminologies taught in health and even sociology classes. No bibliography. Alcojeff.wps

Initial Organized Substance Abuse Intervention : An 11 page paper that describes the pre-intervention assessment methods and the facts behind the substance abuse habits of a loving but highly angry 16-year-old boy. Bill is the product of pugnacious and alcoholic homes, and trying his best to stay away from the drugs to which he feels so drawn. He is constantly in trouble at school; his dark anger brought him to juvenile court on assault charges filed by his stepmother. Bill’s assessment revealed that his risk levels were not so severe that state-supported inpatient treatment could be justified, but it was clear he could not return either to his mother’s or father’s home. He did have an alternative, and one that worked for him. Bill is a very real character; the paper contains no fiction. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Subabin.wps

Stopping Drug Abuse Before It Begins : A 15 page presentation & proposal designed to fulfill an unmet need in an inner-city community. The writer discusses how a social services center can be used to gather support from parents & teachers in proactively taking kids off the streets and helping them to avoid drug use before ever starting. Relevant social theories, constituents involved, and a plan for presenting the idea to the local government are presented. Bibliography lists 16 sources. Unmet.wps

Substance Abuse Treatment Programs : A 12 page paper that explores present treatments for substance abuse. The paper is a discussion and comparison of twelve-step programs, individual therapy, family system therapies, and group therapies--but focuses primarily on the synthesis of these treatment programs, which mirrors current practice. The paper also provides statistics from several comparative analyses on the success of these program types. Bibliography lists twelve sources. Subabuse.wps

Drug Treatment Programs / Effectiveness : A 15 page research paper that investigates the effectiveness of different drug treatment programs. Specifically, programs offered in some prisons as well as in outpatient clinics are compared. The writer hypothesizes that the 12-Step program is the most effective and makes comparisons of other programs with the 12-Step program. Statistics are provided for some programs. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Drugtrpr.wps

Talking With A Family About Incest : This 5 page report is written from the counselor’s perspective after being assigned by the court to a case where a 35 year-old man is arrested for having intercourse with his 13 year old daughter. How should the situation be handled? Bibliography lists 5 sources. Fmincest.wps

Grief Therapy For Those Whose Loved Ones Are Dying : A 5 page paper describing the process of grief and grief therapy. The writer describes the therapeutic techniques of grief, the stages of grief, and the unique experiences of those facing death. Specifically emphasized are the various theoretical frameworks offered for counseling with an individual anticipating a major loss such as a terminal illness of his/her own or a loved one. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Griefpap.wps

Grief Therapy For Those Whose Loved Ones Have Passed : A 5 page paper on the process of grief therapy and specifically identifying the unique experiences an individual has who confronts the loss of a loved one as well as the particular therapeutic challenges presented by this kind of loss. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Griefpa2.wps

Marriage Counseling & Keeping Couples Together : A detailed, 6 page examination of marriage counseling theory & technique today. The writer cites key statistics concerning marriage/divorce rates and pointing at the work of certain theorists, argues that there exists a grave need for change. Much of this essay is written from a "Christian perspective" on marriage counseling in which the emphasis is to be upon keeping the couple together and helping them to both understand and appreciate their sacred vows. FREE abstract included ! Bibliography lists 5 sources. Marrcoun.wps

Marital & Family Therapy / Techniques : A 12 page examination of the history and central features of Marital and Family Therapy as a social movement and an institution. Significant trends and contributions are highlighted including : Structural Family Therapy, Strategic Family Therapy, Transgenerational Family Therapy, and Behavioral Family Therapy. The writer also provides a brief overview of treatment modalities that have developed under the umbrella of marriage and family therapy and formulates a theory of marital and family therapy based upon the "better parts" of that which already exists. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Marrfami.wps

Multicultural Marriage Counseling : An 8 page overview of the difficulties involved in providing multicultural marriage counseling. Emphasizes the differences and the feelings of isolation which a multicultural couple, or a couple whose cultural background is different from the counselor might experience. It also suggests that it is the role of the counselor to overcome these feelings and to gain the trust of the clients. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Marcouns.wps

Investigating Advice on Communication Between Couples : An 8 page paper comparing the theories of 5 self-help relationship books to the findings of current communications research reports. There are very good self-help books available discussing the male-female romantic relationship, but the reader does indeed need to be aware of the discrepancies of many of them with both current communications research findings and common sense. With the exception of Gray, every one of the problems discussed in both the books and the communications journal articles referenced for this paper has as its base a lack of honesty on the part of at least one, and normally both involved players. Whether that lack of honesty is intentional or not, it nevertheless is there and blocks the path of any true and lasting relationship. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Coupcom.wps

Love Is Never Enough, Or Is It? : An 8 page paper discussing the book by Aaron T. Beck entitled, Love is Never Enough. This book is based a cognitive therapy approach to marriage counseling. Beck offers many constructive ideas and exercises for the couple who wish to more fully understand each other while ceasing to bring in their negative, and pointless, emotions into the relationship. While this book may apply to many people, if not all people in some way, it is presumptuous to assume that love is "never enough." Lnevere.wps

Counseling Perspectives For Adolescent Homosexuality : A 5 page paper that deals with the issues facing counseling psychologists who counsel adolescent homosexuals. The paper discusses the issues facing the adolescents and gives the psychologist background research on a few of these issues. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Youngay.wps

Treating Gay & Lesbian Patients In Therapy : A thorough discussion on therapy for the gay and lesbian patients is explored in this 12 page paper. The subject of choosing a homosexual vs. heterosexual therapist is addressed. Specific guidelines useful to therapists treating patients with sexual identity issues are provided. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Gaylest.wps

Issues and Problems in Multicultural Counseling : 9 pages in length. A comprehensive overview of issues concerning multicultural counseling. Examined are considerations and problems faced by counselors working with culturally-diverse groups, models in multicultural training, and the bi-racial identity development model (clearly explained). Bibliography lists approximately 12 sources. Multicou.wps

David Sue On Counseling The Multiculturally Different : A 7 page essay discussing the aspects of cross-cultural counseling emphasizing the work of David Sue. The area of multicultural counseling is one that is becoming increasingly more important in this country. The writer discusses specific areas in which changes may need to be considered. Davidsue.wps

When Personal Bias in Counseling is a Good Thing : A 5 page paper discussing it is impossible to avoid personal bias or personal values in a counseling setting and why that is not necessarily a bad thing, as long as the counselor does not project his or her biases onto their client. Bibliography lists five sources. Pbias.doc

Counselor Identity & the Necessary Characteristics of an Effective Counselor :
A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the prominent characteristics of effective counselors and considers factors ranging from communications skills to race as they influence counselor/client relationships. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Counsel.wps

Psychiatric Social Worker : A 5 page paper on the job of the P.S.W. either as a contractor to or full-time employee of the institution. The paper concentrates on the duties, including diversity, and retained autonomy combined with the advantages of teamwork. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Psycsocl.wps

Support Groups / Mentally Retarded Adults & Their Parents : A 5 page research paper that discusses the need for and benefits of support groups for mentally retarded or developmentally disabled adults. Discussion of the benefits of the same sort of support group for parents of adult children with developmental disabilities is also offered. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Supptgrp.wps

The Mentally Retarded Person In The Community : This 9 page research paper investigates the issues involved in mentally retarded persons making a successful transition into community. Specific approaches and programs to help them make this transition are discussed as are the reasons for the movement to this way of living as opposed to institutions. Bibliography lists 12 sources. MRcomm.wps

Group Counseling / People with Developmental Disabilities : A 5 page research paper exploring the benefits of group counseling of persons who are mentally retarded. There are very few studies to be found in the literature because this approach has historically been ignored for this population. Research does, however, point to the benefits of group counseling. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Grpcoun.wps

The Family Concept : The family is explored as a concept from a sociological point of view in this 12 page paper. Included in the analysis is an in-depth discussion on varied definitions of the family which takes into consideration contemporary sociologists' views such as Stacey and Popenoe. A theme of this paper focuses on the changing family structure, inclusive of variations in the African American community. A discussion of the traditional nuclear family is replete throughout the paper. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Family.wps

Family Violence Between Siblings : In 5 pages the author discusses the subject of family violence between siblings. It is posited that the numbers of cases of sibling violence is increasing, as is the number of cases of domestic violence between children and parents. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Sibviol.wps

Adoption : A 4 page overview of adoption, legal issues, and opinions. Bibliography contains 5 sources. Adoption.wps

Issues in Adoption : A 5 page research paper investigating some of the controversial issues in adoption today, including racial mixing and adoption by homosexual couples. Several laws have been passed recently not only giving homosexual couples the right to adopt, but giving them preference, too. Conservatives and children’s rights advocates vow to keep fighting. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Adoptio2.wps

Permanency Planning : An 8 page research paper analytically detailing the importance of the child's benefit in adoption. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Adoptchi.wps

Adopting Older Children : This 5 page research paper explores the challenges and joys of adopting the older child. More challenges exist because these children have more memories to overcome. The writer explains the kinds of situations that become obstacles to the child and of which the adoptive parents need to be aware. Adopting infants is certainly easier but the writer contends there are joys as well as challenges in either case. Adopt.wps

Transracial Adoption : A 14 page research paper on Transracial Adoption. Stresses how the concept can "work" in our contemporary society. Includes 1 appendix and 8 references. Adoptin2.wps

Transracial Adoption # 2 : 6 pages of research on Transracial Adoption; presents both sides of the issues. Contains 20+ references in a suggested bibliography. Adoptint.wps

The Sociological Impacts of Adoption on Marriage & Family : A 5 page paper that considers the issue of adoption and its sociological impact on marriage and family in the United States. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Adoptsoc.wps

Changes In Foster Care : A 6 page paper on changes taking place in the foster care system, how it has failed kids in the past, how changes are concentrating on getting kids out of the system and either back home or up for adoption within 1 year. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Fosterca.wps

Grandparents Or Foster Care ? : Should children who are taken from their parents be placed with a grandparent or in foster care. Most believe a grandparent provides a better home; some argue for foster homes. The issue is discussed in this 4 page essay. Placemen.wps

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren : A 12 page research paper. The writer asserts there is a new epidemic in the U.S. -- grandparents raising their grandchildren at a time in their lives when they thought their minute-to-minute parenting responsibilities were behind them and they were planning or already in retirement. Various issues are explored in this essay including the changes in the lifestyles of both grandparent and child, obstacles, challenges, fears and joys. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Grand.wps

The Sudden Death of a Child / Siblings Coping With The Fact : A 9 page paper discussing the death of a young child in a sudden and often violent manner. The siblings and the fact that they have been neglected in terms of research and counseling are the main focus. Children can be simple and not understand what has happened like adults do and it is important to approach them correctly according to their cognitive abilities. Bibliography lists10 sources. Sudeath.wps

Male Suicide & The Impacts on the Family : A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the issues related to male suicide and the impacts on their family members, from both a psychological and social perspective. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Malesuic.wps

Orphanages / Controversy : A 5 page overview of the orphanage debate. The writer posits that although few would argue against removing children from abusive homes, few would agree with the Republican plan that the government should raise children living in loving, but impoverished homes. Issues discussed are orphan surveys, historical view of orphanages, and the role of big government. Bibliography cites 5 sources. Orphangs.doc

Proposal For Integral Child Care Services : A 30 page, partly-fictitious financial proposal under the Partners In Change program to keep 1600 children in the Washington, D.C. area in affordable childcare program in light of the reduction in state and federal funds. The proposal covers a background of the problem in the industry and for the D.C.-based facilities, a description of the partnership programs, why government funding does not work, funding resources and a "proposed budget." Bibliography lists approximately 2 dozen references. Chidcare.wps

American Families & The Nostalgia Myth / The Way We Never Were :
Focusing primarily upon the argument in Stephanie Coontz's (1992) book by same title, the writer of this 5 page paper presents the argument that each generation has looked upon the one previous to it and commented on how pure and innocent things were back in the proverbial "good ol' days." In actuality, however, morality was never as high in the past as we are led to believe. We are "brainwashed" by family-orientated television programs to believe that during the 50's and 60's, people were more "innocent" when in reality, juvenile delinquency, teen pregnancy, drug abuse, etc.;-- soared-- sometimes to levels much higher than today. This social phenomenon is explored in great detail. Bibliography also cites 2 additional sources. Waywene.wps

The Simpsons – A Cartoon Portrait Of The American Family : A 5 page paper discussing the FOX television network’s long running half-hour show "The Simpsons." The program’s characters are representative of American family life, American dreams and goals, and American humor. Bibliography lists four sources. Simp.wps

Emancipation Of Children : A 25 page paper discussing the liberation of children from their parents’ control. The emancipation of children from the control of their parents has been an issue in this country for years. Twenty years ago, adults were nearly at a loss for any sense of control over the actions of their teenage children. Though many of the more radical measures have since been neutralized, parents are still at risk if they impose any measure of forced control over their dependent children who are approaching the age of majority. There are also those who believe that the age of majority should be lowered from 18 to 16, along with applicable child labor laws so that those between the ages of 16 and 18 can be employed in a manner in which they can support themselves and so be fully independent of their parents should they choose to do so. Bibliography lists 16 sources. Emanchi.wps

The History Of U.S. Children In Poverty : A 15 page paper that provides a historical analysis of the topic of children in poverty, and considers the advantages and disadvantages within the scope of society & social theory. Bibliography lists 12+ sources. Childpov.wps

Downsizing’s Effects on its Affected Households : An 8 page paper. Even though two-income families can make the downsizing transition much easier than those without a significant second income, there are still substantial issues they will have to overcome. Some end up working in distant cities and conducting long-distance marriages; many more finally take jobs at an income far below their former one. Homes have been lost, retirement funds have been decimated to meet living expenses, and some have even taken to living on credit card cash advances for their immediate needs when they saw no alternative. Downsizing and layoffs all affect specific households, but not all those effects are "bad" ones. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Tight.wps

Ethical Dilemmas & Human Services : A 5 page paper that considers the complex ethical situations erupting for human services workers who interact with individuals and families in their work role, The writer provides an informative overview of how to address these issues. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Humans.wps

Habituation and Dishabituation : 8 pages in length. Individuals have varying abilities to assess the degree of variation between either related or unrelated events. Habituation is the technical psychological equivalent of "get used to it," and is important in industrial applications involving environmental noise and chemical odors. Some workers do indeed "get used to it" more quickly than others, while some are affected to the point of illness. The underlying difference may be no more than personality type, a point that could be effectively and economically important to industrial manufacturers and affect worker placement according to personality type. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Habitua.wps

Habituation and Dishabituation #2 : 6 pages in length. Observed behavior can result from habituated responses. Habituation is the technical psychological equivalent of "get used to it," and then exhibit a resulting change in behavior. Many researchers directly apply the results of animal studies to human behavior, but at least one cautions against doing so. The underlying difference may be no more than personality type, a point that could be effectively and economically important to industrial manufacturers and affect worker placement according to personality type. Bibliography lists 15 sources. Habit2.wps

Careers v. Families in Marriage : A 7 page paper discussing the responsibilities of career and family in marriage and how they impact the union. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Careerma.wps

An Argument for Monogamy : In this 5 page report, the writer makes an excellent argument for monogamy-- describing it in an historical context as actually outdating polygamy. The evolution of hunting societies and the imbalance of sexes in society are two of the many causal factors attributed to the unfortunate rise of polygamy. In great detail, the writer also explores social, medical, and economic reasons to promote monogamy. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Monogamy.wps

The Catholic Church / Sex & Marriage : In this 5 page paper the author discusses whether it is wrong to have sex outside the sanctity of marriage? The Catholic Church says most definitely, but in today's more liberal society, this notion might not be as widely accepted as in the past. The writer talks about how sex, marriage and chastity still hold firm within the religion. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Cathsex.wps

‘New Republic’ Article Review / Rauch’s "For Better Or Worse" : A 5 page paper that provides an overview of premises in a New Republic article suggesting the Christian arguments against Rauch's perspective. Rauch essentially provides arguments in regards to marriage and the efficacy of both homosexual and heterosexual unions. Bibliography lists no additional sources. Better.wps

Stigma & The Family : This 8 page paper describes stigmas faced by families and how these cause oppression and lessen the family's ability to socialize. Issues addressed include AIDS, homosexuality, interracial marriage, out of wedlock pregnancy, adoption and suicide. Fictitious illustrations are used in addition to examples of celebrities who have faced stigmatization such as Margaux Hemingway, Marv Albert and Joan Rivers. The impact of stigma on the family remains the focus of the paper. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Stigma.wps

Dysfunctional Family On TV / "Married With Children" : A 5 page essay on this popular TV sitcom in which the writer analyzes the show from a sociological point of view. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Marriedw.wps

Video Games / Labeling & Ethics : A 12 page paper describing video games and the fact they contain graphics, language and ideas that may be objectionable and damaging if not handled properly. At present the method of censuring is labeling the games. Descriptions of games and of advertising is described. The main point in focus is the fact that it is the parents responsibility to filter the information of video games just as it is their responsibility to control the child’s access to television, music, and movies. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Videogms.wps

Teen Marriages / Do They Last ? : This 5 page essay argues that teen marriages do last. Despite statistics to the contrary, and a social structure that discourages these unions, there are compelling reasons for people to marry early. It is further shown that there is a lack of adequate data to support the notion that adolescent marriages fail. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Teenmari.doc

The Future of the Family : The impact of the family on future generations is discussed in this 5 page paper. A description of the family as it exists in society today, as well as its past and future are all included. The premise that in a postmodern society all types of families must be accepted, and more attention needs to be paid to raising children, are two themes which are incorporated into the discussion . Bibliography lists 5 sources. Futfam.wps

Fault & No-Fault Divorce / Family Law In The 90s : A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the legal issues related to no-fault divorce, and considers the existing elements of debate that have resulted from a renewed focus on fault-only divorce laws. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Divorce.wps

Global Values & Whitehead's Divorce Culture : An 8 page paper that provides an overview of the issues relating to Barbara Whitehead’s work The Divorce Culture, and also looks at ways in which the structure and content of the book could be changed to underscore fundamental values. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Globalva.wps

Modern Social Theory & The Issue Of Divorce: A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the application of a number of major social theories to the issue of divorce and considers the implications. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Asa.wps

Marriages Under Slavery : This 5 page overview on wedding ceremonies held for slaves in nineteenth century America details customs such as "jumping the broom." The role of the church is also addressed. The paper ends with marriage statistics from the time period. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Slavewed.wps

The Effects Of Parents Not Being Home : This 5 page research paper discuses the controversy regarding the effects of having children in day care as opposed to having the child being cared for by a parent. Some researchers believe there is a negative effect, some do not think there is a negative effect. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Workpare.wps

The Impact of Absent Fathers on Children : A 4 page paper that documents the impact of absent fathers on the social, psychological and cognitive development of children. Literature supports the theory that children who are raised by single mothers often exhibit a number of problems relative to their development, including lower test score reflecting cognigitive problems. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Fatherle.wps

The Growing Role Of Fathers In Today's Family : The changing role of the father is examined in this 10 page paper, inclusive of historical references. Numerous studies reveal that a father's role significantly impacts the development of the child, which is separate and distinct from maternal influences. Also noted are differences in black and gay communities and how the male role model is viewed by each. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Father.wps

Raising Children With Special Needs : A 6 page research paper investigating the stress parents experience raising a child who has exceptional needs. Topics include types of stress, family functioning, social support, implications for parents and counselors. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Stressp.wps

Princess Diana / The Myth Of The Good Mother : This 10 page essay explores Diana's role as a mother and how, although she tried to fulfill this obligation, often chose selfish goals over the integration of family values. A synopsis of the events which led up to her divorce, and her death, portray a troubled woman intertwined with the colder side of royalty. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Diana.doc

Mothers' Organizations : A 7 page paper discussing the history and effect of organizations formed by women and mothers for the purpose of reform. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Mothrorg.wps

Child Discipline / Spare The Rod & Understand The Child : A 5 page research paper in which the writer cites the opinions of numerous authorities who oppose physical punishment for children. The psychological implications of inflicted violence are stressed and alternatives are presented. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Children.wps

Corporal Punishment / Pros and Cons : An 11 page paper that presents the arguments regarding the use of corporal punishment. This paper focuses on the negative psychological impacts and suggests a number of options to this kind of action. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Childcor.wps

Marriage and Religion / The Role of Commitment : A 10 page paper focusing on the importance of commitment in marriage, and presented in the light of "religion" as the term is commonly used. Religion in itself can do little to build or preserve a marriage, but faith can. Couples with a strong basis of faith have a much better chance of seeing their marriages survive the daily pressures placed on them. Bibliography lists 12 sources. Marriage.wps

Gay & Lesbian Families : A 25 page research paper that considers the issues relative to gay and lesbian families and correlates the current literature to research findings with gayand lesbian couples to demonstrate the issues of marriage and family. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Gayfam.wps

Gay Marriages : A thorough 9 page discussion of the social, political, and economic implications of gay marriages in today's society. The writer concludes that NO viable argument exists to justify the denial of marriage rights to homosexuals. Bibliography lists 10+ sources. Garmarri.wps

Gay Marriages # 2 : The case for homosexual marriage is made in this four page argument. Positions on both sides of the controversy are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Gaym.wps

Same-Sex Marriages : 15 pages in length. Morality is a grand issue on which lives are built and destroyed. Veering off course into immoral territory is just where marriages are headed when the wedded couple is of the same sex. Religion is opposed of such acceptance; the general public, for the most part, believes it to be a sinful lifestyle, yet there continues to be a crusade to incorporate the activities of gay and lesbian couples into mainstream society. The writer addresses various issues surrounding same-sex marriages, as well as takes the stand that they are not in the best interest of anyone involved in that reality. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Samesex.wps

Gay Adoption / A Controversial Issue : This 20 page research paper explores the social impact, legal issues, and controversies surrounding the issue of gays adopting children. Both conservatives and activists offer evidence to support their positions in terms of the effect gay parenting has on children. Legal issues are being fought in most states, a battle renewed as a result of a recent ruling by a judge in New Jersey. Bibliography lists 15 sources. Gayadopt.wps

Gay/Lesbian Parenting--- The Adoption Issue : A 6 page paper concerning the controversial issue of same sex couples and adoption. The issues discussed are the "morality" of being a gay parent, stands taken for and against the issue, etc-- the writer is in favor of adoption rights for gay couples. Counter-arguments are presented and then attacked--asserting that just because homosexuals are not biologically able to produce children does not been they should be barred from adopting them. After all, not every heterosexual couple produces their own children either. Moreover, gay parenting helps solve the single-parenting issue as well. Numerous other strong points concerning gay adoption are made. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Gaypar.wps

Should Gays Be Allowed To Adopt Children ? : A 10 page research paper exploring the question: should gays be allowed to adopt children? Both sides of the "gay adoption" controversy are presented with an analysis of the arguments offered. Finally, the writer takes and defends a position in favor of gay adpotion rights. Bibliography includes 11 references. Gadop.wps

Gay Adoption / An Overview : An 8 page research paper in which the writer looks at both sides of the gay adoption controversy -- examining a number of relevant case examples, laws, and policies in different states & regions. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Adogay.wps

Alternative Schools : 9 page analytical discussion of "The Burger King" academy; an alternative high school within Newark, New Jersey's "Cities in Schools" program. Author draws upon personal experiences as an observer/intern and employs pertinent sociological terminology within the discussion Altskool.wps

Applied Essays / Sociology & Behavior : 8 pages worth of comprehensive essays on behavior & sociology of the family. Various sociological terms are used to analyze minority families, conflict, and dysfunctional families such as depicted in the film "What’s Eating Gilbert Grape ?" Bbliography lists 4 relevant sources. Behther.wps

United Way Foundation : A 5 page paper discussing the giving and receiving tactics of the United Way. The foundation makes vital services possible, but for all the good the foundation does, it has achieved the position within many of the agencies it helps support of being their primary source of income, or at least being so important to the continued level of service provided that losing United Way income would present real hardship. Regrettably, the United Way’s position of power through donated dollars has enabled their leadership to force the leaders of several groups to either accept the politically correct ideologies to which the United Way officially subscribes or forfeit any donation from United Way. Bibliography lists 5 sources. United1.wps

Child Support in the United States : Approximately 4 pages worth of notes on Child Support, relevant laws etc; Includes contact information. No bibliography. Childsup.wps Social services, law

Child Support # 2 : A 4 page paper on child support; discusses laws and contemporary problems faced in collecting from "welfare dads" The writer also outlines various actions being taken by the government etc; Includes many statistics- cites 6 sources. Chilsup2.wps

Child Support Collections as an Inter-governmental Problem : A 3 page discussion of child support in the United States and the problem of collecting from "deadbeat dads." The writer sees the issue as an intergovernmental one and comments specifically on important laws which gave the Federal government collection authority during the mid-1990's. Bibliography lists 4 supporting sources. Chilsup3.wps

Joint Custody / The Better Option : A 6 page paper examining issues surrounding joint custody. The paper provides a history of laws leading to maternal-bias custody and how that was changed by "the men's movement," issues mothers face, issues fathers face, issues children face, and statistics which prove that sole-custody is not as good an idea as joint custody. Recommended self-help tips for parents are included as a response to parental issues. The writer argues that children suffer the most from divorce, but joint custody is the better option. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Jointcus.wps

Support Services For The Families Of Deaf Infants : A 5 page overview of some of the problems families face in finding adequate and appropriate professional support in dealing with a deaf or hearing-impaired infant. Includes a detailed appeal for professionals to provide family support using the approach best for the particular family, rather than for the professional to promote only personal preferences in communication choices, future schooling, etc. Bibliography lists 15 sources. Infantde.wps

Mothers And Children In The Prison Setting : A 3 page exploration of the potential emotional and developmental impacts which could be expected in allowing incarcerated mother's to keep their children with them in prison for the first year of the child's life. Prison.doc

Views On Early Childhood In The U.K. / Education & Labor Reform : An 11 page research paper in which the writer provides an overview of the current perspectives on early childhood that can be derived from understanding labor and educational reforms in the U.K. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Chiluk.wps

Child Services In England, Wales & Germany / The Impact Of Perspectives, Attitudes & Approaches On Service Development And Practice : A 10 page paper that considers the status of child services in England and Wales as compared to Germany, relating both services and social perspectives. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Chilser.wps

Male Social Workers & The Conveyance Of Compassion And Nurturing in Professional Relationships : A 20 page research study that considers the issues of gender bias as they relate to the male role in social work. This paper incorporates the current literature with a study of social work students. Bibliography lists 13 sources. Malesoc.wps

Chinese Family Systems : A 7 page paper on Chinese families, comparing contemporary situations with traditional. The writer details Chinese wedding customs, gender power, patriarchy and the traditional family structure juxtaposed in modern life. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Chinafam.wps

Children & Divorce : A 5 page research report examining the detrimental effects that divorce often has on children and adolescents. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Childiv.wps

Divorce and Its Effects on Children : A 5 page paper discussing divorce and its effects on children. Specifically contrasts the differences between its effect on younger children and on adolescents. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Divochil.wps

Divorce & Its Impact Upon The Success Of Children : The hypothesis that children of divorce are less successful in later life is proven by an original study described in this 8 page paper. Recent literature and other studies related to this issue are also discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Divorce.wps

Divorce and Its Effects on Relationships with Parents : 7 pages examining relationships with parents after divorce. Paper is based on arguments made in two pertinent journal articles- each of which are cited in bibliography. Divochi2.wps

Are Egalitarian Marriages Possible Today ? : 6 page discussion of whether or not egalitarian marriages are truly possible in our contemporary society. Drawing upon research, the author presents both sides of the argument and concludes that they are indeed very possible. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Egalmarr.wps

Gay Marriages : A thorough 9 page discussion of the social, political, and economic implications of gay marriages in today's society. The writer concludes that NO viable argument exists to justify the denial of marriage rights to homosexuals. Bibliography lists 10+ sources. Garmarri.wps

Gay Marriages # 2 : The case for homosexual marriage is made in this four page argument. Positions on both sides of the controversy are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Gaym.wps

Senior Citizens / Individual Or Group Programs? : A 5 page paper discussing the merits of whether it is better to implement individualized programs for seniors or government programs that target seniors as a group. Bibliography lists 4 sources. seniors.doc

Goals of a Future Social Worker : A 4 page essay on an interview with a social worker and the goals of the student. The writer details what is involved in a career and what to expect in twenty years. No bibliography. Socialwk.wps

Human Service Ethics & Home Visitations : 14 pages in length. Paper examines a number of ethical issues in home visitations for human services workers,-- emphasizing the importance of maintaining a client focus, confidentiality, and so forth. Recommendations are also included. Bibliography lists approximately 12 sources. Healteth.wps

Interfaith Marriage : The subject is explored in terms of the marital union itself as well as how society views couples from different backgrounds. This 8 page paper looks at both interracial and interfaith wedlocks, and what difficulties such couples may encounter. Bibliography cites 6 sources. Interma.wps

Interfaith Marriage & Social Problems : 4 pages in length. An interesting look at interfaith marriages and the unfair social problems they result in-- These issues are looked at both in terms of the unexpected feelings that a typical interfaith couple will have towards one another and also, of course, with regard to society's own prejudicial treatment. Various issues concerning the raising of children are highlighted as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Interfai.wps

Two Religions--One Family : A 9 page research paper which discusses the effects of maintaining two religions. Four real-life scenarios describe the joys and heartbreaks involved in this dual-relationship struggle. A brief background into Judaism and Catholicism is included. Bibliography contains five sources. Famireli.wps

Diversity & Cultural Nationalism : An 8 page essay on cultural diversity and its convolutions in political, social and religious intermarriages. The paper focuses on the African American, Asian, Islamic, and Jewish interrelationships (or lack of ) formed in the United States. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Afriturk.wps

Juvenile Delinquency / Designing a Strategy for Intervention : 5 pages in length. A social work-related discussion in which the writer presents a specific case study of a young adolescent in an inner-city help center who struggles with counselors to avoid maintaining a life of crime and drugs. The writer fulfilled internship requirements at a 'Youth Advocate Center' where this particular case examination takes place. Common concepts in social counseling such as peer pressure, role models, and so forth are utilized and recommendations are made based upon pertinent knowledge. The youth's name remains anonymous. Bibliography lists 4 supporting sources. Intervst.wps

The Evolution Of "TV Moms" : A 9 page paper on television mothers and their evolution from domestic housekeeper/child-raisers to professional women. Beginning with the '50s, TV moms are examined and compared to the real-life counterparts. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Tvmoms.wps

Sitcoms Of The 50's & 60's -- Media Portrayal Of The American Family : A 14 page research paper on the history of situational comedies ("sitcoms") and their presentation of the American family during the 1950's and 60's. The writer discusses specific shows, their characters, and the degree of reality presented by them and their on-screen families. Comparisons are made between yesterday and today regarding TV's portrayal of divorce, social problems, etc; Bibliography lists approximately 10 sources. Sitcom60.wps

The Development of Love Relationships Within The TV Sitcom : A 3 page essay on the development of love relationships within the American family as shown on TV sitcoms. Bibliography included. TVfam.wps

"Transformation of the American Family / The Pursuit of Individualism" 48 page thesis. Research utilizes historic theories of Hegel, Durkheim, Marx, and many others to illustratively prove points. Bibliography lists well over 40 references. Amerfami.wps

American Families & The Nostalgia Myth / The Way We Never Were :
Focusing primarily upon the argument in Stephanie Coontz's (1992) book by same title, the writer of this 5 page paper presents the argument that each generation has looked upon the one previous to it and commented on how pure and innocent things were back in the proverbial "good ol' days." In actuality, however, morality was never as high in the past as we are led to believe. We are "brainwashed" by family-orientated television programs to believe that during the 50's and 60's, people were more "innocent" when in reality, juvenile delinquency, teen pregnancy, drug abuse, etc.;-- soared-- sometimes to levels much higher than today. This social phenomenon is explored in great detail. Bibliography also cites 2 additional sources. Waywene.wps

Family Relations / Domestic Changes In Modern Times : A 9 page paper that considers the impacts that have transitioned the status of families over the past 200 years. This paper demonstrates that the social, cultural, political and economic impacts of changing families have led to increased crime and increased domestic violence. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Dome.wps

Family & Marriage : A 9 page paper that considers the impact of working mothers on the development of the family. The writer demonstrates the social and cultural changes that have impacted the role of the family. No bibliography. Fammar.wps

The Working, Single Mother & Primary Care vs. Secondary Care : A 6 page examination of sociological issues and transformations concerning the move from primary care to secondary care. Examined is the impact that the changing role of the mother has had -- While they once stayed home with their children, they no go off to work-- often leaving children in the hands of secondary care. Highlighted are the different relationships that evolve between mother and child and the possibility of increased social risk for the child. Bibliography lists 17 sources. Primacar.wps

Working Mothers & The Mother-Child Relationship : A 7 page research paper describing how the modern family has changed now that so many women are working full-time and not spending entire days with their children. The writer analyzes the effect that this social phenomenon has had on relationships between mothers and children-- arguing that mothers who work all day are not as apt to understand all needs communicated by their children and are consequently, unavoidably neglectful in some areas. Children do, however, often regard their maternal working parent much in the same light that they once did their father -- as a strict disciplinarian. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Workinmo.wps

Propsal -- Working Mothers vs. Non-Working Mothers / Impact Upon Children : This 7 page paper discusses a proposal for a research study to investigate the psychological impact on children of working mothers and non-working mothers. The hypotheses are that the impact is minimal and, in fact, children from homes where the mother works may even have some advantages. Bibliography includes 2 references. Promo.wps

Family Support Act Of 1988 / Reform 1996 : An 8 page research paper that looks at the intricate details of the two "Acts." Because of space, the paper discusses in detail only those issues that have to do with work and retraining, or "family issues" such as child support and teen education, although there are a number of other issues related to the 1996 Act (these are referenced). Bibliography lists 9 sources. Famsuact.wps

Le Sueur’s "The Girl" And The Exploration of Feminine Relationships : A 4 page essay exploring the relationship between mothers and daughters and between women in relation to the feminist movement. The story of "The Girl" by Le Soeuer is integrated into the text. No additional sources cited. Motherd.wps

Recreation Programming For At-Risk Youth : A 12 page research paper on programming for at-risk youth. The paper posits that recreational programs are viewed as the most effective means of intervention in crime and also instills the desire for a healthy lifestyle. The paper highlights the International Consensus Conference on Physical Activity Guidelines for community recreational program development. The paper also explores innovative programs being used, including weight training, indoor and outdoor programs, sports camps, dance programs, and leadership programs. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Atrisrec.wps

Essays On Social Research : 6 pages worth of short essay answers concerning basic social research techniques. Using local examples, the writer discusses such concepts as the role of inaccurate observations, selective observation, overgeneralization, ex post facto hypothesizing, mysticizing, etc; The original essay questions are unavailable. No Bibliography. Socialr2.wps

Career In Social Work : In this 7 page essay, the goals, jobs and opportunities of a social worker are presented. The writer then presents their own strengths and weaknesses as a future social worker in light of these definitions-- using real-life examples to illustrate points made. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Sociwork.wps

Interview With A Social Worker : An interesting, 2 page discussion of the writer's interview with a social worker. Various key concepts are defined and the role of the social worker in society is explained. No Bibliography. Sociralp.wps

Goals Of A Future Social Worker : A 4 page essay in which the writer re-caps a one-on-one interview with a social worker. For the most part, the paper contains an informative explanation of the field, its prerequisites, opportunities, and obstacles to success. Socialwk.wps

Social Work / Applying Classroom Techniques To Genuine Experience : In this 5 page essay, the writer discusses their internship at a Youth Advocate Center and focuses upon one particular problemed youth. An attempt is made to correlate social theory (i.e. modeling theory) and the Center's stated purpose with the behavior of that youth and to ultimately make suggestions as to how the writer will be able to help him solve problems over time. No Bibliography. Socikid.wps

Responsibilities Of The Hospice Social Worker : In this 15 page research paper, the writer investigates hospice care and specifically hospice social workers. Beginning with a description of hospice care, then following with an explanation of the many and diverse responsibilities of the hospice social worker and concluding with a proposal for a research study investigating the level of job satisfaction among hospice social workers. Bibliography lists 12 references. Hosp.wps

Social Services / Self-Help Groups in New Jersey : A 5 page look at non-profit social services organizations located in the State of New Jersey. Focusing upon advocacy services, pregnancy hotlines, the State Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse, the "Self-Help Clearinghouse," and more-- the writer pinpoints the backgrounds and specific services offered by each group. No Bibliography. Njsocisv.wps

Treatment of Retarded and Other Mentally Ill Individuals During Colonial Times : A 6 page look at how mental illness was perceived and treated during colonial times. During this period, the mentally ill were regarded as individual -- and not social problems. Western culture often assumed that retarded citizens were bewitched or bedeviled in some way. The concept of colonial institutionalization is looked at as are laws pertaining to what level of mental fitness was sufficient to allow someone to remain among the rest of society. For the most part, the colonial era is criticized for its unfair handling of the mentally ill. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Mentill2.wps

Caring for the Mentally Ill / Changing Views Since the 19th Century : Beginning with the 19th century asylum, its justification & treatment of the mentally ill, this 5 page paper offers a comprehensive examination of how views concerning the mentally ill have changed over the years. The writer presents an historic look at how various societies ranging from the post-Civil war era to the days of World War II -- began to treat their mental patients differently as we learned more about the true nature of mental illness. The growing role of government in caring for these patients is discussed as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Mentill3.wps

Mental Retardation / "Cloak of Competence" by Robert Edgerton : A 7 page paper the provides an overview of a study conducted by the researchers through the Pacific Hospital on the outcomes of released mentally retarded patients. Edgerton utilized case studies and interviews to present a comprehensive look at the impact of release on the patients, and their ability to adapt to life on the outside. Cloak.wps

Diagnosing and Labeling the Mentally Ill / 18th & 19th Century Views : An in-depth 12 page research paper on how poorly the mentally-ill were treated during the 18th and w19th centuries when terms such as "loony" and "insane" were common. Some of the ridiculous ideas from those years pertaining to how mental illness was caused are explored as well (i.e., partying, masturbation, criminal activity, etc;). Key historic figures involved in mental health labeling are identified and the writer presents some of the more common atrocities known to be found in the asylums of yesteryear. Excellent analysis is provided. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Mentillh.wps

Maintaining Family Values In The Creation Of A Sustainable Society : This 30 page paper creates a new model which can be used to achieve a sustainable society. The model includes a return to family values, not necessarily those thought of as traditional but a new paradigm involving partnerships rather than old patriarchal structures. Also addressed are environmental concerns and the fulfillment of human needs as introduced by Maslow's hierarchy, all of which must be considered in the design of a sustainable society. Bibliography lists 18 sources. Sustsoci.wps

Marketing Plan For A Community Nursing Program : A 6 page paper on recruiting student volunteers to work with homeless children at a homeless shelter. The writer describes the methods proposed to recruit volunteers along with unique innovations to motivate students. Techniques for assessment of the program are described. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Nursemar.wps

Marketing Plan For A Community Nursing Program # 2 : A 5 pager on recruiting women from an inner-city homeless shelter to attend S.T.D. workshops. The writer describes the methods proposed to recruit them as well as how to evaluate whether or not these are successful. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Nursemar2.wps

Italian Americans In The United States : This 11 page report examines many aspects of Italian immigration. Health, occupation and other issues are explored, including a look at Italian neighborhoods in the New York area. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Italamer.wps

U.S. Immigration From 1800's to Present : A 10 page exploration of the history and policy of U.S. Immigration from the 1800's to present. Emphasis is placed upon Mexican, Cuban, and Haitian immigrants; the demands American's put on new immigrants to assimilate; xenophobia; and the cultural and economic factors which shape our immigration policies. Bibliography includes five references. Imm180.wps

Puerto Rican Migration & The Quest For Social Equality : Beginning with a history of reasons Puerto Ricans came to the mainland, this 15 page research paper delves into the psychology of today's new migrant and the need for empathetic social service programs. It is argued that Puerto Ricans can best be serviced by those who are of their own culture, or at least -- of their Latin-America background as it is difficult for anyone else to earn necessary trust. Suggestions and specific cultural examples are provided throughout. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Puetomi2.wps

Puerto Ricans on the Mainland : A 10 page paper focusing on this topic. THe writer looks at the impact on the US of Puerto Rican migration, and examines how this ethnic group has assimilated into the culture. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Pr.wps

The Simmering Melting Pot / Haitians & Cubans In the U.S.A. : A 6 page paper on the Cuban and Haitian boat people. The writer focuses on the plight of the Marielitos -- Cuban refugees who braved the treacherous waters of the Gulf in an attempt to reach America, where, they hope, they will be able to seek asylum from the oppression of their native land. Detailing the history of the first Marielitos, the paper then goes on to describe the different situation encountered by the "new Marielitos" and the problems they encounter in trying to assimilate into American society; a society that frequently wishes they would be returned to Cuba. Similar information is also examined with regard to Haitian refugees and their own unique problems in assimilating to American culture. Bibliography lists 6 sources.Melting2.wps

Assimiliation Into The U.S. / The Plight Of Minority Groups : 8 pages in length. The immigration and assimilation of Asians, Latinos, and African Americans has a history of controversy. Each group has been the subject of harrassment and exteme prejudice. One of the most blatant forms of harassment was the internment of Japanese during World War II. Unlide Latinos and Asians, Africans did not come to the country voluntarily. Their forced immigration reflects an era in this country's history that it may never really recover from. Different aspects of each group are discussed. Extensive Bibliography. Assimi.wps

Are Immigrants the Scapegoats for our National Problems? : A 9 page paper evaluating the attitudes that many of our social and economic ills are caused by immigration. Immigrants are accused of inundating the labor market with low-wage, low-skilled labor, further depressing wages. One author applies the term "welfare magnet," stopping just short of saying that immigrants are leaving their native countries and everything familiar for the primary purpose of ensconcing themselves on U.S. welfare roles. Bibliography lists 8+ sources. Scapegoa.wps

Multicultural Identities In American Society : A 4 page paper discussing the means used by various ethnic leaders to adapt to American society and culture. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Multicu23.wps

The Role of Extended Families in Black Culture : 5 page essay exploring the role of the extended family in Black families. Anecdotes as well as formal research studies are reported. The importance of the extended family which includes blood-related and nonblood-related persons cannot be overestimated for the African-American family particularly in helping the youth deal with prejudice. Bibliography lists 5 references. Blackfam.wps

Aristotle vs. Barbara Whitehead / Marriage & Friendship : A 7 page paper that considers the idea of marriage based in friendship as presented by both Aristotle and Barbara Whitehead. The writer demonstrates Aristotle's belief in the necessity of virtue and argues this in terms of the risks presented by Whitehead. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Arisbarb.wps

Physical Education & The Family : The sociology of the family is discussed in context of the physical education teacher's career. This 5 page paper explains the many reasons why coaches and physical education teachers need a clear understanding of different types of families. Gender issues are explored as well and practical application of the information is also discussed. Bibliography cites 3 sources. Physfam.wps

Legal Services Assistance For the Poor : This 10 page research paper examines legal service assistance available to the poor in civil cases. Specifically explored are the history of such legal services, what services are provided, who qualifies for services, pro bono lawyers offering such services, and agencies which handle legal services, with particular emphasis upon Pennsylvania. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Lawpoor.wps

Book Review / Information Highway Not As Great As We Think... : A 3 page review of Clifford Stoll's "Silicon Snake Oil : Second Thoughts On The Information Superhighway" in which the writer discusses Stoll's thoughts on the various social problems that an expanding Internet will present. Bibliography lists 2 supporting sources. Silicons.wps