Essays and Research Papers on Issues In Sociology/Mixed

This 3 page paper discusses some of the sociological issues we find in the TV sitcom "Will & Grace." Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which compares and contrasts the image of a cowboy as seen in the figures of John Wayne and Jackie Chan. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page paper. The quantity and intensity of violence has increased in all forms of media. The violent and other offensive content in television programs has been broadcast earlier in the schedule since the 1990s. This essay includes reports of studies that have found a positive correlation between exposure to violence and aggressive behaviors. ...

A 3 page paper which examines the subculture of the conspiracists and how they have affected public policy. Bibliography lists 1 source.

14 pages in length. The writer discusses capitalism, race and democracy by way of Friedman, Rodgers and Lindblom. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 12 page paper that begins with a definition of post-traumatic stress disorder, including the criteria for diagnosis from the DSM-IV and the proportion of patients with a dual diagnosis. The writer then discusses false memories, what they are, why people might have them, how they were recovered. Data is included regarding the numbers of ...

A 5 page paper. The 85 and older age group is the fastest growing population in the U.S. What can these folks do to retain their sense of integrity and their self-confidence and self-esteem? There are no norms of behavior or stages of development for the elderly, unlike younger age groups. As one author said, ...

This 5 page paper examines the culture of migrant workers entering the UK. The paper looks at the research and theories concerning the way that integration or assumption may occur. The paper also looks at and the evidence of acceptance or rejection of the host nations culture and the way in which a hybrid culture ...

This 3 page paper examines a variety of trends in popular culture exacerbated by electronic media. Negative trends are discussed and suggestions are made. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7 page paper begins with a definition of urban and peri-urban agriculture and data about urban population as well as data regarding the proportion of families involved in urban agriculture in certain areas in the world. The importance and benefits of gardening are discussed. These benefits include greater nutrition and affordable produce. The risks, ...

An 8 page paper that explains how Mollie Orshansky developed her thresholds for poverty. The writer discusses the assumptions made in her calculations and comments on the validity. The paper also provides the median income in the U.S. and selected poverty thresholds for 2004 along with the estimated amount spent on food in two categories. ...

A 5 page paper that begins with how Judaism views death. Beliefs regarding autopsy and embalming are explained. The writer discusses the various stages of the mourning process within this faith and culture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper begins with a table depicting the poverty thresholds. The writer then presents the data on poverty in this country, including the improvements during the 1990s and then the increased numbers. Possible causes of poverty are reported and discussed. The essay ends with suggested strategies to reduce poverty. 1 Table included. Statistical ...

This 4 page paper discusses two views of child abuse and its relationship to sociology. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the issue of youth unemployment and the way it has been dealt with in Southwark, a borough of London. The paper starts by looking at the demographic profile of Southwark and then considers the unemployment in this context, the level of the unemployment and the main approach to ...

This 5 page paper analyzes an article sociologically. This paper considers the plight of a tax collector who was not collecting taxes properly. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page paper which illustrates how and why marriage is an institution. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the prejudice that obese people face, including discrimination in jobs, and psychological effects of discrimination. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the American Dream as it relates to Walter Mosley’s novel Devil in a Blue Dress. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

8 pages in length. Culture is defined in myriad ways and influenced by an infinite number of elements, most of which exists in constant state of fluidity. To characterize culture as the foundation around which entire societies revolve is to recognize the singular influence the ongoing progression of mankind has upon the very ...

A 3 page reaction paper to passages from Mary Pipher's text The Middle of Everywhere, which addresses assimilation of refugees into American culture. The writer offers personal experience and opinion in regards to what attribute is the most important for refugee resilience; what Pipher means by "JPI"; and why specific ethnic cultural practices do not ...

4 pages in length. Determining the fundamental components that differentiate single life and marriage goes much deeper than merely stating the superficial aspects of individuality/personal freedom of singles, and restriction/monogamy of marriage; indeed, the vast and varied elements that comprise the states of singleness and marriage are forever being pitted against each other as ...

An 8 page paper. There are approximately 11 million illegal immigrants in the United States. There are also 3 bills pending before the Senate Judiciary Committee plus the House Bill that was passed in December. This essay reports the comments of two journalists and adds comments by the writer. Problems and concerns regarding illegal ...

A 5 page paper which examines how and why tattoos in America have become part of the culture as it relates to searching for cultural identity. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 9 page paper examines the history of gambling. Various types of gambling are addressed. The odds of winning is discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.