Essays and Research Papers on Social Problems

A 3 page overview of the problems associated with the implementation of the McKinney Act and dealing with the homeless. This paper reviews data for Santa Cruz County California to reveal that despite the implementation of various provisions to address the problems of homelessness, the problem only continues to grow. It is suggested ...

A 3 page discussion of the importance of utilizing good English. Written from the perspective of a student who has observed her black peers being negatively impacted by the use of non-standard (ebonics) English, this paper asserts that most a student’s use of language can be one of the important determinants of success both ...

This 10 page paper discusses "Stigma" in terms of its theoretical orientation, theory, and criticims. This paper highlights the ramifications of being stigmatized in our society. Bibliography list 1 source.

A 5 page paper which examines literature and films as they present images of death, good and bad. No bibliography provided.

A 11 page research paper (including a one-page abstract) that summarizes observations made of three age groups interacting within the environment provided by a mall. The observation relates behaviors to recent research, in order to draw conclusions relative to observed behavior. The groups observed were early childhood, adolescents, and seniors. The writer concludes that in ...

A 5 page research paper that investigates the debate over bilingualism. Some people see bilingual education as a necessary mechanism for assimilation, while others view such education, and the multicultural approach that usually accompanies it, as something that blocks assimilation and legitimates differences that could eventually fracture the cohesion of the United States. An examination ...

A 4 page overview of the ever-increasing teen smoking problem. Statistics are provided and the contention is presented that tobacco use should be made illegal across the board. The economic and societal impacts of such an action are investigated. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page discussion of the numerous factors which can limit social mobility. While mobility between castes is perceived as impossible in the traditional caste system, it is possible to move within and between classes on the basis of merit and hard work. Even in the class system, however, social mobility is limited ...

A 7 page paper which examines if gangs are created because of affiliation and belonging. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page contention that the distribution of clean needles should be a priority not only for non-profit organizations but also for society as a whole. The author emphasizes that not only are the less-desirable elements of society impacted by AIDS but so too are many innocent individuals. The distribution of clean needles ...

This 10 page paper discusses the contributions of the Chicago School of Sociologists. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

5 pages in length. The writer provides an in-depth interview with a seventy-five-year-old woman about how she currently sees her life. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page research paper that, first of all, discusses the issues and concerns of the Progressive era, and then argues that these issues are still applicable today. The writer cites Upton Sinclair's The Jungle and compares this to Eric Schlosser's Fast Food Nation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 7 page paper discusses the impact of domestic violence on society. Perspectives offered from healthcare, criminal justice system, and sociologists. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This is a 3 page outline discussing the points needed for a paper on the legalization of gambling and its social impact. However, the outline concludes with the continuation of legal gambling opposed to possibilities of banning it. An outline involving the legalization of gambling and its social impact includes various elements: the history of ...

7 pages in length. Capitalism has proven to be both a blessing and a curse in the overall scheme of man's quest to better his existence. While many critics contend it has all but ruined the otherwise availing and equitable pursuit of modern society, others support its continued presence and believe capitalism is ...

This 3 page paper gives an overview and review of Spencer Johnson's book, Who Moved My Cheese. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page discussion of the many benefits of community service. The author contends that enacting mandatory one-year community service requirements for individuals between the ages of eighteen and twenty-one would have advantages for the community as well as for the individual. This contention is supported with a brief look at volunteer services ...

A 12 page research paper that examines team development. To demonstrate team dynamics, the writer first focuses on the motion picture Remember the Titans and then draws on the scholarship of Stewart, Manz and Sims (1999) in their book Team Work and Group Dynamics to discuss issues, such as the stages of team development and ...

8 pages in length. The writer summarizes three chapters on Internet deviance that pertain to pedophilia, cybersex and hackers. No bibliography.

An 8 page outline of the situation which Americans might encounter in Ethiopia. The author of this paper contends that while their are economic incentives to be gained by the American firm and Ethiopians alike, firms must be prepared to prepare their American staff for the cultural differences which they are likely to encounter ...

A 7 page overview of the many considerations which enter into the relationship between social worker and their client. Each of these clients have basic human rights which must be acknowledged if beneficial changes can be enacted. These rights include the right to service. Clients also have the right to be involved, ...

A 4 page paper which examines a set of statistics on violence in the workplace then discusses its origins and its importance to society. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 7 page paper which examines Johan Galtung, his views concerning violence and peace, and his contributions to understanding violence and peace. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 pager overview of the process of gobbet analysis. Utilizing two specific gobbets the author details the process necessary to make an effective analysis. Bibliography lists 5 sources.