Essays and Research Papers on Social Work & Counseling

A six page paper which looks at the social inequalities in the UK which lead to disadvantage in terms of health and social welfare, and the measures which are being undertaken by policy-makers to counter these. Bibliography lists 8 sources

A 5 page paper critiquing Linda Flynn's publication named above, an investigation into both observed and reported health practices of homeless urban women. Where medical records were lacking, the author attempted to estimate the level of health care these women had known previous to their homeless life. Limited to data collection only by ...

A 17 page paper discussing the problems of and reasons for lack of mental health services availability in public schools. The paper discusses structural changes in schools organization; cognitive therapy; cultural implications; interdisciplinary efforts; and recent attempts to increase mental health services to public schools. The paper concludes that the programs promoted by ...

This 3 page essay offers the writer's perspective on how a student might choose to phrase his/her biases in regards to mental health practice and elderly clients. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 10-page paper focuses on a discussion of psychological and psychiatric group therapy in the Middle East. Also discussed are the histories of mental health in this region. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page paper that discusses this department, which is one of three city-operated health departments in the state of California. The writer outlines and discusses the organizational hierarchy, the different bureaus within this Department of Health and Human Services and the committees and councils that are associated with the department. The writer uses the ...

This 10-page paper provides a sociological overview about different cultures in the United Statres and how cultural mores impact health and diet, family structue and gender roles, vocations and utilization of health care services. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper examines an article in light of general ideology on the poor. Health concerns are discussed as well as a general look at the distribution of the wealth. No addition sources cited.

This 30 page paper addresses several related topic areas: the data on poverty in the U.S., the sociology of poverty, urbanism, isolation, and residential segregation, residential segregation, income equity and health, poverty, race and urban emergency medicine, and policy implications. Study after study demonstrates the link between poverty and poor health outcomes. Persons living in ...

This 3 page paper takes a look at rationing as it occurs in the United States and abroad. The ethics of rationing, the problems of HMOs and other contemporary dilemmas are explored. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper that discusses the effects of unemployment with a focus on health issues. The paper is a mock report by a task force studying the issues. Statistical data regarding hunger and programs already in place are included. Recommendations are offered to improve delivery services. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

In 2012 the Health and Social Care Bill 2012 received Royal Assent. This 15 paper assesses the degree to which the changes brought about by this bill may be seen as exemplifying 'the death of the social'. The issue is examined looking at the idea of governmentality as developed by Foucault and the concept of ...

This 5 page paper considers the causes of the differences in heath between different social classes and ethnic groups. The paper considers the causes such as lack of social and cultural capital, less income, environmental and structural disadvantages and barriers to accessing healthcare. The statistics quoted are from the UK, however, the theories are universal. ...

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of radicalization. Research is presented that suggests the efficacy of viewing the issue as a public health problem. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses social workers in the mental health field, with particular emphasis on the Wellstone legislation that recently passed the House. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This is a 6 page paper discussing the book “The Case for Marriage: Why Married People are Happier, Healthier, and Better Off Financially” (2000) by Linda J. Waite and Maggie Gallagher. “The Case for Marriage: Why Married People are Happier, Healthier, and Better Off Financially” (2000) by Linda J. Waite and Maggie Gallagher relates 18 ...

A 5 page paper briefly discussing the differences between and the controversy surrounding the two modes of mental health counseling and therapy. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the fact that, in a nation with the worldwide image of vitality, strength, and resiliency, the Aboriginal population falls well below any health-based norm for the rest of the country. Considering the fact that fully 85 percent of the nation’s population is concentrated in urban areas and, as in any nation, rural health care ...

19 pages in length. Hunger is not a new social ill; rather, the quest for – and often short supply of – food has caused entire populations to perish, compelled otherwise upstanding citizens to steal and continues to be responsible for the suffering of untold numbers of people in contemporary society. While much ...

This 11 page paper examines the health care crisis in developing countries. Social work models are defined. Solutions are explored. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

7 pages in length. Maintaining stable mental health is a critical component to being able to live within a civilized society; those whose mental health is compromised for any number of reasons are often without appropriate resources to help them function at an adequate cognitive level. As a direct result, these individuals may ...

A 9 page discussion of family stresses that can result in domestic violence. Among the most innocent victims are children. The author provides guidelines that can be used in family assessments to predict domestic violence and ultimately utilized to protect children.

A 4 page paper comparing the social aspects of health care in two countries with very different economic situations. Honoring local culture is desirable as a social goal, but improving the quality of care that individuals receive is as well. It is said that the US has the finest health care in the ...

This 5 page paper begins with the most recent estimate of the number of Americans who are homeless. The essay discusses the health problems of this population and includes examples of some homeless health care projects. Statistical data included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 10 page research paper addresses several topics. It begins by discussing various models of relational/relationship counseling; then, offers a list of questions suitable for taking a sexual history and concludes with a lengthy discussion of Female Orgasmic Disorder. Bibliography lists 10 sources.