Essays and Research Papers on Homosexuality

A 10 page paper. Although the title names the Baptist church, the essay is adaptable to any church or just to the religious dilemma homosexual unions pose to the churches. Following a brief introduction, the writer reports studies that have found a possible biological reason for sexual orientation. At the very least, these genetic factors ...

This 4 page paper presents a Rogerian argument in favor of same-sex marriage. Furthermore, this paper examines both sides of the argument by presenting the major points of both sides. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the issue of gay rights in the workplace versus the rights of property and self-determination for employers. This paper asserts that both sides have valid rights to protect. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 14 page paper which examines the life of Marilyn Monroe and discusses why she is popular with gay men and drag queens. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper presents both sides of the gay marriage issues. Several points are made. The idea of having children in gay families is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper touches on arguments for and against gay marriage but highlights arguments against the practice. The paper takes the position that gay marriage should not be legalized for social and religious reasons. Homosexuality as deviance is discussed as well as insights into reasons for the variant in human sexuality. ...

This comparative contrasts Arlene Stein's The Stranger Next Door with Barry Glassner's The Culture of Fear: Why Americans are Afraid of the Wrong Things. Issues covered include: method of argument, evidence, author's position, issues, and values. The paper concludes with an opinion on which author makes a better point. Surprise ending. Bibliography lists 2 sources. ...

This 3 page paper is a critique of "A Place at the Table" and a reaction to the content. This paper considers the biases of the author, the most thought-provoking passages, and other aspects of how gay culture is perceived and manifested in society. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper discusses the book by Arlene Stein The Stranger Next Door and issues relating, specifically, to Chapter 7: We are all queer. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 10 page paper examines the concept of gay marriage through questions submitted by a student. Portions of the paper are in Q & A format. The issue is addressed in respect to the United States but other countries are examined as well. A global perspective to the issue is taken. ...

This 8 page paper examines many controversial issues related to gay parenting. Both sides of the issue are discussed. Poll results are included. The research shows that gay families are not harming the children. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page overview of the issues surrounding gay marriage. This paper contends that as the issue of same sex marriage continues to mature more and more organizations are beginning to yield in favor of allowing for the sentiments of their members. More and more of those members are either gay themselves or supportive of ...

5 pages in length. The history of gay and lesbian lifestyles has been fraught with a social defiance much like that which was present during the Salem witch hunts. Not only has this particular subpopulation been labeled 'perverts' and 'subversives,' but they have been forced to prove their collective right as members of ...

6 pages in length. Gay and lesbian members of minority groups receive the same level of disdain as they do from those outside their subpopulation. Indeed, one would expect gays and lesbians to be supported within their particular minority community, however, just because someone is Latino, black or Asian does not automatically mean ...

This 4 page paper examines the issue of gay parenting and argues that it is wrong due to three primary reasons. The idea that it provides a physically unhealthy environment, prompts identity issues and also does not provide both gender roles models are the reasons cited for not supporting gay families. The ...

A 9 page research paper that examines the debate concerning same-sex marriage. This examination of the literature on this topic, first of all, looks into the recent history of the debate and the issues that it addresses. Then, arguments favoring the rights of gays and lesbians to marry are explored. This is followed by a ...

This 5 page paper looks at the state of gay rights in America. Issues such as marriage, adoption, gay parenting, gays in the military and boy scouts are discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 3 page paper argues that gay adoption is a positive model. Studies showing how children of gay families fare supports the argument. Both sides of the issue are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper makes a strong case against gay marriage. Both sides of the issue are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 9 page paper which argues that gay married couples should receive the same rights and benefits as heterosexual married couples do. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 4 page paper which argues for the legalization of same sex marriages. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the process of coming out, and how nurses can help gay people handle this difficult transition. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page discussion of several key points relating to homosexuality and how it concerns medical sociology. Because homosexuality introduces certain risk factors homosexuals must take certain precautions. The medical environment, however, is often reluctant to openly acknowledge those risk factors or the precautions that must be taken. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page research paper that briefly discusses the rock opera Tommy by The Who and Billy Budd by Benjamin Britten. The writer discusses the plots and the motivation of the composers in their particular eras. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A paper which considers the interaction between heterosexual and homosexual subcultures in Condon's film, Gods and Monsters, with reference to the social comment which the director is making through the text. Bibliography lists 3 sources