Essays and Research Papers on Women's Studies (All)

This 5 page essay recounts the fictional story of a boy discovering that girls could be 'real' people, too. He even discovers that they can do some things as well as he can . . . and better.

In this 6 page research paper, the writer examines issues concerning abuses, poor health, inferior treatment, etc; in womens' prisons. The large number of existing abuse cases overtly suggests a strong need for reform in this gender-related aspect of the system. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 15 page examination of women in the criminal justice system and how their treatment is inferior to that received by men in the same situations. Bibliography lists fifteen sources.

A 16 page research project that looks at the issues surrounding the recruitment, selection and retention of police officers and considers why the Daytona Beach Police Department appears to be unable to maintain a diverse gender and racial mix of police officers in their current police force. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

This 8 page paper looks at the roles women play in the Mafia and how the role has evolved over time to one that is slightly more active. Despite the change in female participation, Mafia families remain patriarchal in nature and wives are still put on pedestals. A look at the phenomenon is taken with ...

A 12 page research paper in which the writer discusses the failure of most women to report rape due to the unfortunate reality that society fails to accept their definition of rape in many cases and is not always sympathetic towards their plea for justice. Comparisons are made between male and female views of rape ...

A 7 page analysis of date rape {behavior} with relevance to attribution theory. Excellent for those studying criminology. Bibliography lists 12+ sources.

The phenomenon of date rape and its sociological causes are explored in this 8 page paper. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page research overview on the issues and effectiveness of response by campus administrators. The writer provides that campuses are still not responding appropriately to the issues. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

15 pages in length. While the anti-pornography movement has taken over the debate, the anti-censorship feminists have a valid argument that pornography is beneficial to women in many ways; however, this argument has not been given due respect and attention. The writer discusses the various aspects of pornography that are beneficial to women, ...

A 10 page discussion of the socio-psychological factors that cause women to drink. An extensive review of the literature is included and 14 references are cited in bibliography.

A 12 page research paper which looks at the topic of substance abuse specifically as to how impacts the lives of women. This includes its effects on women's health, including pregnancy, and includes details of how women's reactions to alcohol differ from men's. Other topics covered include sociological aspects of alcohol and drug use as ...

This 5 page paper reviews a small sampling of the literature available on issues dealing with women/men's perceptions of their college programs. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

5 pages in length. The author discusses the need for women's rights activists in the international community and gives examples of the current treatment of women. Several platforms for change are discussed. Bibliography included.

An 11 page summary of the caesarean section, justifications for its use and arguments against its use. Includes a detailed description of the surgical procedure and potential complications. Bibliography list 8 sources.

In 5 pages -- paper discusses the difference of an article on the topic of breast cancer in a magazine and two journals. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page essay in which the writer argues based upon research that the concept of "female ejaculation" is probably not a valid one. Evidently, it is more likely that during the excitement of orgasm some females who secrete in large amounts,might expel some of their natural secretion just from the physical vibrations of orgasm ...

A 12 page study that presents the current literature and considers the impacts on treatment procedures. This paper provides an overview of diagnosis, and treatment options for one female subject. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

An 8 page paper weighing the opinions of whether or not women should fake orgasms. The writer lists the pros and cons and reaches a final conclusion on the relative merits of faking. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

10 pages discussing and comparing the dangers between saline and silicone breast implants. Bibliography lists 10+ sources.

In 5 pages, the writer discusses Margaret Sanger. She had an important role in establishing "Planned Parenthood", which has had an impact on today's society. She felt that women, particularly poor, lower class women, should be able to use birth control methods and be taught about sexual reproduction and contraception in general. Bibliography ...

This 5 page paper provides biographic data on Margaret Sanger with emphasis on her social work. Sanger is a well known pioneer but controversial figure in the birth control movement. Accusations of racism are addressed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. The difference between a naturopathic diet and a British diet is quite vast; while one is laden with saturated fat, too much protein, simple carbohydrates and overprocessed vegetables, the other promotes the ingestion of only fresh, unadulterated produce and grain products, focusing mainly upon the easily digestible and nutrient-rich food ...

11 pages in length. Discusses frequency of eating disorders in women. The writer examines causes, prevention, treatment, and compares Anorexia Nervosa with Bulimia. Statistics and case examples are provided throughout. Bibliography lists 17+ sources.

A 20 page paper discussing the increasing problem of women and homelessness, the factors contributing to homelessness among women, and the structure of our society that punishes impoverished people for trying to rise above their poverty and find a way out. Bibliography lists 15 sources.