Essays and Research Papers on Social Work & Counseling

A 26 page paper discussing a qualitative study investigating unintentional racism. It is clear that racism continues to thrive in America. Fringe groups nurture hatred of difference and seek to recruit others to their way of thinking (or rather not thinking), but far more individuals find themselves experiencing unintended and unwanted racism within ...

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.

This 3 page paper examines social problems in society. How these are exacerbated by an unfair distribution system is the crux of this investigation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

4 pages in length. The writer briefly chronicles the life of an elderly woman from early childhood through adulthood. No bibliography.

A 5 page paper which examines information regarding children from divorced families and children from nuclear families. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses three aspects of managing a global workforce: culture as a system; culture as meaning; and culture as adaptation. 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 ...

A 6 page paper which examines and evaluates 5 different web articles on the topic of AIDS in Africa. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 15 page paper provides an overview of changing social perspective regarding erotic love, sex and love in general. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 14 page paper examines 1950s culture and compares and contrasts it to culture during the 2000s. It is argued that the limitations imposed on society was detrimental to personal growth. The paper focuses on adolescence and the choices they make. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 10 page discussion of the problems confronting social workers who are attempting to meet the needs of homeless veterans. The author provides statistics quantifying the problem and assesses the various types of attempts that have been made to address it. Emphasis is place on interviewing techniques that allow the needs of the ...

A 9 page overview of the various scenarios that can result in single parent homes. The author contends that while these homes have the potential for adverse impact on child development, they also have the potential to be a positive factor in that development. Bibliography lists sources. Bibliography lists 12 sources

This 3 page paper uses contingency theory to decide between two candidates for a new position in a company. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper examines three areas of change in society that cause uncertainty. These are the perceived increase in crime and the rise of fear, the changing structure and role of the family and the way that the media may be creating a homogenous culture. The paper concentrates on the UK but the theory ...

This 7 page paper examines swinging and views it as a negative choice for most couples. Research on the subject is explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines the relationship between social rebellion and fashion. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines Elizabeth Harvey’s article, “Short-Term and Long-Term Effects of Early Parental Employment on Children” and discusses what variables may further confound the findings. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 13 page paper gives an overview of social welfare programs in America; and public opinion with regard to them. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 8 page paper examines the theories of Karl Marx and ties them to his life. Some biographical information is included, but the focus of the paper is on his theories. Alienation, communism and historical materialism are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper which discusses how non-violent approaches have helped solve racial issues in the past, and how non-violent approaches could help with the war on terrorism today. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper examines family values in America and how they have changed over the years. The influence of popular culture is highlighted but the paper examines the family and what it has become in a general sense. Solutions for social problems are presented in context of a discussion on contemporary family life. ...