Essays and Research Papers on Human Services

A 4 page consideration of the degree that income plays as a predictor in family violence. This paper compares contradictory facts that enter into this analysis. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

3 pages in length. As the baby boomers converge upon retirement age and beyond, they bring into focus just how inadequate the 'system' truly is in relation to health care and economic security. The burden of responsibility must fall somewhere if government programs are not capable of sustaining this larger than normal group ...

5 pages in length. The writer briefly addresses sixteen questions pertaining to the relationship between social work and the cognitive-behavioral framework. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview the social security disabilty appeal process, including a view of SSI and DIB (Disabilty Insurance Benefits). This paper outlines the steps for an appeal. In addition, this paper also relates some information about a case in which an appeal is pending. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page research paper that summarizes and offers an overview of literature pertaining to hospital social work. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines what is meant by Down Low and how it can affect marriages and family life. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses chapter 3 of Weiss's book "Marital Separation." Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page research paper that discusses pet therapy, or animal-assisted therapy (AAT), as it is also known. This brief literature review looks at how pet therapy functions in regards to the elderly, particularly as it pertains to mental health ramifications, such as the perception of loneliness. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 3 page consideration of young marriages. This paper emphasizes that too often people marry to escape the parental home. In reality they are too young to appreciate the commitment that they are making. The result is more often than not more negative than positive. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page examination of the importance of environment is shaping the lives of children of prostitutes in Calcutta India. The chance they are given to improve their lot in life is capitalized upon by some but not taken advantage of by others. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page consideration of the problems confronting a mother and her three young children when she flees her home and abusive husband. This paper emphasizes the importance of crisis planning and the help counseling can yield. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 10-page paper focuses on the development and running of a substance abuse agency in upstate New York. Topics include organizational mission and structure, role of the board and a study of ethics. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page look at a case study involving the large blended family of of Cherise Oozel and Rick Miller. This paper emphasizes the ways through which family function have been insured. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page research paper that discusses the movie "Thirteen" and its portrayal of female adolescence, in relation to Bowen Family Systems Theory. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page summary and analysis of the article Married and Single Parents Spending More Time With Children, Study Finds by Robert Pear. No additional sources cited.

This 3 page paper discusses the impact of youth violence on communities and how social workers might be able to intervene to reduce it. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page research paper that discusses the prevalence and problem of domestic violence. The writer also addresses the fact that partner abuse occurs in gay and lesbian relationships. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

3 pages in length. Multigenerational family relationships are prevalent in contemporary society due to the shift in the number of baby boomer generation becoming old. Adult children who care for their elderly parents while at the same time raise their own kids have been dubbed the "sandwich" generation because of the double impact ...

5 pages in length. Couples remain together for a number of reasons when it seems to the external eye that the two people are clearly not meant to do so. This particular couple demonstrates a relationship comprised of antagonism, disrespect, emotional abuse, conflict and without attachment (either tangible or emotive), appreciation or support ...

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses the importance of mission statements and empirical research for social workers. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page research paper that discusses the issues involved in creating suitable housing for the rapidly expanding population of older adult Americans. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing the four domains of clinical social work and special problems of supervision of social workers. The paper discusses Williams' (1997) concept of parallel process in social work supervision. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines divorce and looks specifically at factors that affect divorce in families with children who have special needs. This investigation of literature examines the effect of divorce on children’s physical and mental health; the importance of parents forging a new alliance that considers the welfare of the child, and ...

This 3 page paper examines the role of the social worker. Historical information is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of a hypothetical marriage contract and relates the rationale for some of the sections. Bibliography lists 2 sources.