Essays and Research Papers on Social Work & Counseling

In five pages this paper agrees with Goffman’s theory and provides supporting evidence from the sociological text. There are no additional sources listed in the bibliography.

This 8 page paper discusses Lily, the protagonist from the film "The Secret Life of Bees." The writer offers a biopsychosocial assessment and discusses goals specific to her case. Bibliography lists 1 sources.

This 3 page essay discusses the effect of divorce on children. The writer/tutor draws upon personal experience and also relates additional material both from personal knowledge and literature. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page paper. Families face numerous issues every day. Most of those issues can be resolved with good problem solving skills. If the family does not communicate effectively, however, they will not be able to resolve concerns. This essay reports the common issues and problems seen by marriage and family counselors. It also ...

This 3 page research paper/essay examines the impact of unemployment on both individuals and society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page essay critiques an article that discusses the policy initiative trend to prevent all applicants who fail to pass a drug testing from receiving public assistance. The writer evaluates the article to be comprehensive and fair in its presentation of this issue and the writer offers the personal opinion that the policy is ...

This 3 page research paper considers recent domestic violence incidents in the media and judges this media exposure to be beneficial in regards to increasing awareness of this social issue. Then, the writer considers why women stay within abusive relationships and speculates, based on statistics that show that women are frequently the aggressors in regards ...

This 6 page research paper presents a comprehensive overview of why it is dangerous to text and drive. Bibliography cites 6 sources.

A 3 page paper. Ethical and moral decision-making is an important and, at times, a popular topic. The degree of popularity is directly related to how many organizations are charged with unethical behaviors. There are many different frameworks for ethical decision-making. This essay comments on five of those frameworks as explained in a journal article ...

In a paper of three pages, the author writes about electronic commerce and how it' uses social media and mobile devices. The author of this paper explains how social media sites provide businesses with information and how mobile devices help advertise. There are three sources cited in this paper.

This 10 page research paper focuses the problem of homelessness that confronts both New York City and London. The writer describes this situation in both cities and the strategies that have been employed to combat this problem Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3 page paper examined the concept of the exploitation theory of prejudice. This paper starts by examining exploitation theory, including the underlying concepts and way it may be observed in the real world. The concept of exploitation theory of prejudice is then discussed as a theory that supplements and complements the original theory. The ...

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of social movements. Four types of social movements are explored: revolutionary, reactionary, conservative, and reformist. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper considers the nature of an assimilationist society and the approach taken in the United States. This paper reflects the belief that the United States focuses on assimilation, rather than pluralism. Bibiography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper discusses the way in which the native people of Australia has been treated and the policy of assimilation and the way in which the official policies may be seen as leading to a form of cultural genocide. The paper looks at the way aboriginal and Tories Strait Islanders have been ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the needs presented by an aging parent. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper, first of all, offers a summary of the 1994 film "Philadelphia." Then, the writer offers a brief sociological analysis discussing discrimination and stigma, before closing by relating the writer's own reaction to the film. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses various types of gangs and their characteristics. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 8 page paper provides a sociological review of the 1999 film. Three characters are analyzed in accordance with the sociological constructs of conformity, innovations, ritualism, retreatism and rebellion. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page paper. Modernization and dependency theories are competing perspectives that explain developmental issues such as inequality, underdevelopment, and poverty. This essay applies these theories to Mississippi, ranked the poorest in 2014, and New Jersey, ranked richest. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8 page research paper discusses the occurrence of sexual child abuse with a focus on the Hispanic community in the US with the scope of social work. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

In a paper of three pages, the author reflects on the issue of diversity and considers the implications. One of the foundational ideologies in the American culture is that we are a diverse society, one that values our cultural richness. At the same time, opposition to diversity exists. These issues are considered ...

This 3 page paper pertains to evaluation of a program that is based on social conflict theory. Restoration House's New Hope for Families program, which is a community-based residential treatment program for women with dependent children who have substance abuse problems. The writer describes the program but qualifies full approval with the recommendation that policies ...

In a paper of six pages, the author writes about the changes made socially after the Civil War ended. The author of this paper explains how once slavery ended, some people wanted to work for equality and others did not. There are three sources cited in this paper.

A 3 page paper. There is a lack of affordable senior housing in the United States. This essay follows the GAP analysis process to discuss why more housing is needed. Data are reported regarding the senior population and what they spend on housing. Federal regulations regarding this type of housing are identified. Strategies for ...