Essays and Research Papers on Issues In Sociology/Mixed

A 3 page paper which argues that single parenting is not the primary cause of problems concerning children today. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper that analyzes a research study entitled, ‘The Impact of Family Relations on Caregivers’ Positive and Negative Appraisal of their Caretaking Activities.” The paper considers the different assumptions, research method, and scientific approaches used. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper which reviews Plagues and Peoples by William McNeill. No additional sources cited.

This 3 page essay is based on the premise that the writer is applying to be on the committee that selects the recipients of MacArthur Foundation Fellowships, the "genius award." The essay concerns the criteria used for this selection. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 10 page paper considers the impact of globalization has a culture of developing countries, with specific attention paid to India and China. The impact is considered in the framework of three approaches to globalization; the neo-liberal, radical and transformationalist approaches. The different approaches are discussed, along with the concept of globalization, and the evidence ...

This 3 page paper considers the threat that is being exerted by the modern world against indigenous languages and cultures. Between half and ninety percent of the 670 languages currently being spoken in the world will be extinct by the turn of the twenty-second century. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper that begins with definitions and a discussion of the natures of these two entities. The paper then discusses poverty and how it is defined and persistent poverty. The writer comments on the challenges of providing public health services to rural areas. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 10 page paper that discusses the causes and consequences of illegal immigration in the United States. Causes or reasons are supported by theory and statistical data regarding the billions of dollars illegal aliens cost this country are reported. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper considers the argument that it is society which disables people as a result of differing physical and mental abilities. The paper considers the different approaches which may be taken towards disability, including the medical and social models and assesses the way they may impact on the individual. The bibliography cites 6 ...

This 4 page paper describes three national crises: BP oil spill, Hurricane Katrina, and Fiscal Cliff. The writer discusses how effective public relations were during these events. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper. The paper provides a brief historical evolution of perspectives regarding the criminal justice system. David Hume’s theory is reported. Empiricism is defined epistemologically. How the theory of empiricism is used in criminal justice is discussed with examples. The paper also discusses how empirical data come into the process as a ...

This 3-page paper discusses the difference between evaluation and research. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses the steps in planning and decision-making. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 8 page paper emphasizes the importance of cultural and linguistic competence in a world that has changed radically in terms of cultural interaction. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 4 page paper outlines the feminist perspective and the way in which it emerges in family studies, looking at the way that the concept sees the role of men and women and the value this has added to family studies. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 7 page paper that presents a research paper including abstract, historical context, purpose, and literature review. Statistical data are included. The impact of foreclosures on families who have lost their homes is discussed. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 3-page paper questions increasing gasoline price's impact on society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the issues facing a population at risk and considers the social support networks in place to address the needs of that population. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5-page essay discusses privacy issues and how the recent technological advancements limit the amount of privacy people are entitled to. There are 8 sources cited.

This 8-page paper discusses deceptive negotiation techniques, why they're used, and negotiation within relationships. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper. This paper reviews some of the research that has linked specific genes to specific traits that lead to behaviors that are common among criminals. The essay explains victimization theories that can increase the likelihood of a person becoming a victim of a crime. The paper comments on how useful these theories ...

An 8 page paper which examines and analyzes the cause of school shootings. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3 page essay pertains to the principal agents of socialization, which are family, school and peer influences. Each of these factors in socialization is discussed, giving specifics as to what occurs within each category. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper argues that Britain is an ageist society, looking at evidence on a societal level and ways which social values which may be reflected. Discrimination against both older and younger citizens is discussed. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

A 5 page research paper that describes various aspects of hate crimes, with a particular focus on African Americans. Bibliography lists 6 sources.