Essays and Research Papers on Issues In Sociology/Mixed

This 4 page paper is written in two parts. The first part of the paper considers how and why authority within the family has changed ion the UK since the 1950's, including reference to Foucault and sexual liberation. The second part of the paper considers why there has been an increase in welfare consumerism in ...

This 6 page paper begins with comments about the importance of understanding different theoretical perspectives related to human behavior. The paper then focuses on one specific theory - Skinner's model of behaviorism, including reinforcement schedules. Bibliography lists 4 sources. PGbhvsk.rtf

This 11 page paper examines cults primarily associated with Satanism. Examples are given and rituals are discussed. The possibility that Laci Petersen was abducted by Satanists is included as an example. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 10 page paper which explores entrapment, displacement, and concealment in relationship to education, family and community. The paper also addresses how culture can create a sense of displacement and entrapment as seen through Esmeraldo Santiago’s work “Almost a Woman.” Bibliography list 3 sources.

A 6 page paper. The writer offers different types of information including how certain African tribes view intelligence and what is most important. The essay reports studies in two regions that demonstrated giving children certain dietary supplements improved certain cognitive functioning. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 22 page paper looks at the increasing level of challenging behaviors by adolescent students in schools which is developing into a complex problem. The paper looks at what factors are contributing to these complexities, including theories that look at deviance, the development of challenging behavior and the way in which schools have dealt with ...

This 8 page paper presents a review of the book Other People's Children: Cultural Conflict in the Classroom by Lisa Delpit (1995). The writer reports the key points of the book and supports some of Delpit's opinions with comments from other authors. The writer concludes by responding to this question: Would you recommend the ...

A 5 page research paper/essay that contrasts two sociology texts. Barry Glassner, in Culture of Fear (1999), and Arlene Stein, in The Stranger Next Door (2001), each present fascinating and compelling sociological studies of aspects of contemporary society. Each book is well-written, scholarly, with convincing sources and a well-considered argument. The following examination of these ...

A 6 page paper which examines Henry David Thoreau, Martin Luther King Jr., Gandhi, and Cesar Chavez as they relate to nonviolent protest. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the elements of youth culture in the United States. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper focuses on an Erich Fromm piece as a springboard for discussion to support a thesis that people are too obedient. Several examples are provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 8 page paper that begins with a statement explaining target population and sample population. The first part of the paper explains different non-probability designs, including purposive, convenience and volunteer. Probability designs are then discussed, including simple random designs, stratified, systematic, cluster and multi-stage with examples. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper begins with a basic introduction to the Boys & Girls Club of America, providing demographic data for members. The essay then presents questions for a survey of employees, volunteers and members. Employees and volunteers are queried about education and training; members are queried about self-development opportunities. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the icon in society through the use of five questions. Society is discussed in general. The concepts of icon and hero are defined and explored. Oprah and Al Sharpton are each discussed in depth. No bibliography.

7 pages in length. People may all be of the same race, but the manner by which they interact, communicate and express themselves varies by the culture from which they are taught. This diversity, while significant to a rich and wide-ranging global community, can place tremendous strain upon relationships between/among people when certain ...

An 18 page consideration of the numerous sociological factors that surround parole and probation. The author emphasizes the importance of societal integration in preventing recidivism and discusses the difficulties that are presented for minorities and in cases utilizing electronic monitoring. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 12 page research paper that investigates this issue. There has been a dramatic increase in recent decades in interfaith marriages. Historically, Catholicism and Judaism have taken the strictest position against adherents to these faiths marrying outsiders to their beliefs. An examination of the rationales behind each of these positions shows that the reasons why ...

A 5 page paper. As the population ages, more housing is required for them that meets their special needs. This essay reports the data on aging, some of the factors that affect adequate housing, the type of housing needed and briefly explains one funding program that is used for building needed housing. Statistical data included. ...

A 7 page outline of common misperceptions regarding marriage. This paper delineates one individual's response to ten specific scenarios and/or contentions regarding marriage. Finally, the scenario is addressed in which this individual finds out the person they just married holds the exact opposite opinion as they did regarding these specific scenarios/contentions. Bibliography lists ...

An 8 page consideration of the factors that can lead to divorce. The author encourages the implementation of mandatory marriage preparation classes as a primary prevention strategy against divorce. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines whether Ruth, in James McBride’s work “The Color of Water,” was a conformist or non-conformist. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 7 page discussion of the factors that prompt community reaction. This paper presents two scenarios for comparison. The first involves a paroled sexual predator and the second black coal miners between 1780 and 1980. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 37 page consideration of the many factors that interplay in providing adequate intervention for this client base. This paper reviews previous projects, analyzes them for successes and failures, and makes recommendations for future projects addressing the needs of the mentally ill that are homeless. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 6 page paper addresses some questions relative to the process of immigration. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page paper that focuses on the state of New York. As the general population ages, so does the population of elderly developmentally disabled persons. This paper presents the overview of a study with a problem statement, causes of the problem, decision making model, alternatives, and a recommendation. The problem is a gap in ...