Essays and Research Papers on Social Work & Counseling

A 5 page paper that describes assertive discipline, a behavior management technique for the classroom designed by Lee Canter. Comments about the process from other theorists, such as Alfie Kohn, and practitioners are offered. Recommendations for use are given. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 7 page paper discusses the concept of family integrity. The concept is defined and illustrated as is the concept of the family itself. Privacy issues are addressed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 7 page paper that discusses Marxist and Christian views of divorce and the family. Specifically, the essay addresses the question of which of these two theories should be used to resolve the conflict surrounding divorce. The writer concludes that the Christian theory will resolve the conflict more effectively and offers support for this conclusion. ...

A 5 page paper that discusses McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y. Principles of each theory are discussed as well as extensions by other theorists. The relationship between McGregor's theories and Maslow's theory of needs pertaining to motivation are explored. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 10 page paper which analyzes the interpersonal relationships that characterize courtship, early marriage, and parenting. As an additional subject we also discuss step-parenting which is an important issue in regards to all of the commitments previously mentioned. In discussing these subjects we implement Kolb’s model of learning as a tool for assessment. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 8 page paper provides a discussion on cultural diversity, both within the United States and other countries. There is a focus on the work of Dutch professor Geert Hofstede. His studies, as well as others, concerning cultural diversity and related programs are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

For many years, the origin of the HIV virus was unknown. Now, scientists believe that a subspecies of chimpanzee native to west equatorial Africa has been identified as the original source of HIV-1. AIDS was first described in 1981, and the virus responsible for causing it, HIV, was initially reported in 1983. ...

A 15 page analysis of the book Illuminating Social Life edited by Peter Kivisto. In assembling this brilliant collection of essays, the intent of Peter Kivisto is to demonstrate the practical application of social theories to understanding societal structures and situations. Ten chapters highlight ten sociological theories and are briefly discussed. No additional sources cited. ...

Utopias, in the current vernacular, are the consequences of the industrial society's actions, a loss of hope in considering the future as created by the present. Sustainable living patterns have become the catchwords for the re-establishment of a state of community based on open dialogue, consensus and an economy of individual effort toward community ...

10 pages in length, this paper explores the tithing and offering practices of the Southern Baptist religion. Included is an explanation of the extra contributions known as Faith Promises, commitment pledges used to finance world evangelism. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 30 page paper provides an overview of child custody issues in the United States, highlighting examples from today’s headlines. The O.J. Simpson case is looked at as are a few other notable ones such as the situation where a mother who put her child in day care lost custody because of it. Sections focus ...

In social work, as in many of the other 'helping' sciences, a professional may come across an incident when a client has a different value system than that of the counselor. A clear examination of one's own values will allow the counselor to evaluate the differences without making a judgment about the client's value ...

A 5 page research paper that examines the social and political climate of Argentina in the 1930s and 40s. The writer describes how the promise of democracy disappeared in Argentina at the beginning of the Great Depression and discusses the political and social factors that continued to thwart democratic reform for the next several decades. ...

7 pages in length. A review of the book by William Ryan in which he focuses on the fact that society tends to place the blame of societal ills on those people who are actually victims of society as well. For instance, rather than placing blame on those who live in abject poverty ...

A 5 page paper which discusses the book "How the Other Half Lives: Studies among the Tenements of New York" by Jacob Riis. Riss' book is an incredible look at inner city life in New York City over a hundred years ago. No additional sources cited.

5 pages in length. Parental separation was not always thought to have a lasting effect on children; children were supposed to be able to bounce back psychologically and carry on with their lives virtually unscathed in the face of familial discord. This informative research paper shows however, in an upsetting turn of events, studies ...

5 pages in length. A look at the undesirable aspects of welfare reform and why it is not necessarily beneficial to the welfare recipients. By not living up to the standards set by welfare reform which is established on an individual basis by each state, single people and families alike are in danger ...

Social Services in Orange County, New York : This 4 page paper highlights social services in the county and compares it with the rest of the state. The subject of welfare cuts in the state of New York is addressed and the city of Newburgh is discussed as a problematic area. Bibliography lists 7 sources. ...

Domestic Violence : A 5 page paper discussing the book by Susan Murphy-Milano entitled Defending Our Lives: Getting Away from Domestic Violence. Murphy-Milano has produced a book here that is a very thorough study of the abusive relationships within the home. She addresses almost every single aspect of the problems as she goes from the ...

10 pages in length. Wife-battering is one of the most widespread under-reported crimes overseas and in Australia. One difficulty in obtaining accurate statistics regarding the frequency of wife-battering is that victims themselves do not report it. Many women 'keep it in the family' and normalize abuse while others are unaware of the ...

This 12 page paper defines infidelity and looks at its effects on committed relationships. Several aspects are considered including the societal influence on the perception of adultery. Whether or not relationships can survive affairs is the focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page analysis of essays in Crossing Cultures: Readings for Composition, edited by Myrna Knepler, et al. The writer uses the essays as a springboard towards a fuller understanding of multiculturalism. No additional sources cited.

6 pages in length. Explains stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination, why people engage in these practices and how we can reduce such. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper which discusses the group Volunteers of America and details their involvement in the field of corrections. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

5 pages. The author looks at how the United States viewed the influx of immigrants to the United States in the 1920's. It is said that America viewed itself as having an open door policy, but the truth was that many resented the rush of immigrants to our country. In reality, generations had ...