Essays and Research Papers on Social Work & Counseling

This 3 page paper discusses the ontological assumptions surrounding motherhood. Examples of social, insitutional, and state responses to motherhood are examined. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7 page paper evaluates an article that compares Kent State with the Boston Massacre. Most of the paper examines the relevance of Kent State and its legacy. The events of May 4, 1970 are included in detail. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper examines American culture and whether or not the melting pot theory holds true or should. Assimilation and multiculturalism are concepts discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page article critique that examines Berkman and Zinberg's 1997 study of level of homophobia and heterosexual bias among social workers. The writer summarizes and critiques this research. No additional sources cited.

A 4 page paper opposing illegal immigration. Arguing against illegal immigration is difficult because the very stance raises the ire of well-meaning liberals and offends the sensibilities of many who are far more conservative. Further, those of us who are not of 100 percent Native American heritage are products of immigration ourselves. ...

A 3 page paper which examines what the increase in foul language in mass media says about our society. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page essay that discusses excerpts from Barbara Ehrenreich's Nickel and Dimed and Beth Shulman's The Betrayal of Work, which the writer argues make similar and very persuasive arguments. Both of these authors present a picture of the working poor that contrasts sharply with the image of these workers in American contemporary culture. ...

This 11 page paper examines this work by Marx and Engels. The paper examines the concept of ideology in general. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page review of several key sociological theories that affect a criminal's re-entry into society after serving out their time in the criminal justice system. Theories that are discussed include the Containment Theory, the Self-Control Theory, Rational Choice, Routine Activities, General Deterrence, Specific Deterrence, and the ecological perspectives theory. No sources are listed.

A paper which considers the current trend for ethnic and safari themes in fashion collections, in terms of the impact of postcolonialism and postmodernism. Bibliography lists 9 sources

10 pages in length. Through eye-opening discovery, the student has come to realize she harbors stereotypical attitudes toward other races, most surprisingly because she heretofore did not equate her impressions of Asians, African-Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans as anything but accurate characteristics. This study has enabled the student to become more self-aware of ...

This 5 page paper examines a systems approach to family therapy. A hypothetical case study is used. The systems approach and techniques are discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 12 page research paper that examines the field of counseling and focuses on the personal characteristic, on the part of the counselor, that contribute to counseling effectiveness. This examination concludes that stamina, flexibility and cultivating openness to cultural and gender diversity are key values required by effective counselors. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A paper which considers the various social, psychological and economic advantages and disadvantages of being in a monogamous relationship, or being single.

This 4 page paper examines the persona of Jack Nicholson and how he exemplifies American values and culture. Jack Nicholson's personal life and roles are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper examines this article by Norris that appeared in Political Science and Politics in 1996. The article is summarized and critiqued. Putnam's views are compared and contrasted with Norris'. No additional sources cited.

This 8 page paper examines 9/11 and factors that influenced its occurrence. The rise of Al Qaeda is a large portion of this paper. Information about Bin Laden is relayed as are the effects of the incident and subsequent effects on the United States in general. How the U.S. funded Al Qaeda through ...

This 3 page paper examines Max Weber's concept and applies it to the modern workplace. The idea of surveillance is related to the topic. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 12 page paper examines Marxism and why it has failed in practice. Several examples are used, inclusive of Communist China. An overview of communism is provided. Historical materialism and other concepts are discussed. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

A 5 page paper which compares class, status, and party as they relate to inequality. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing statistics, causes, risk factors and other information associated with teen pregnancy, then following with a brief examination of abstinence programs. Silver Ring Thing is the abstinence program example used. Other programs stress preserving virginity only. Silver Ring Thing does the same, while also offering a second chance ...

This 4 page paper examines conflict theories in sociology. Theorists discussed are Marx, Weber, and Foucault. Hegel's ideas as they relate to Marx are also included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines Gregory Baum’s claim about social sin being committed out of blindness, and Kozol’s treatment of blindness as it relates to impoverished children in New York. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper examines this book by Alan Dawley that delves into the industrial revolution and how a city called Lynn fared. Examples are provided. No additional sources cited.

15 pages in length. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) stands up for myriad minority groups that find it difficult to defend their political existence amidst a wholly intolerant global society. From anti-Semitism to homophobia to Holocaust denial, the ADL's ongoing mission is to fortify the presence of these groups by infusing the younger, more ...