Essays and Research Papers on Social Work & Counseling

A 4 page paper which discusses racial and ethnic discrimination today as they relate to traditional applied ethics. The essays examined are "The Color-Blind Principle" by Bernard Boxill, "Affirmative Action: The Price of Preference" by Shelby Steele, and "Racisms" by Kwane Anthony Appiah. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper that explores the redefining of values and beliefs as passed from American parents to their children following the era of the 1960s. Discussed is the unquestioned respect for both parental and political authority that existed in America prior to the 1960s and how these values were changed by opinions and ...

This 5 page paper considers the issue of globalization and supports the argument the globalization is creating a single global culture. This paper outlines the arguments of globalists, traditionalists and transformationalists and identifies the arguments utilized by each of these groups in discussing globalization. This paper then critiques the globalist perspective as it ...

A 6 page paper. Age groups over 65 are increasing more rapidly than any other age group. Additionally, many people over the age of 55 are re-entering the workforce after they "retire." These workers usually need training in specific areas, such as technology. The writer provides learning theories for training the older adult. The writer ...

A 6 page paper. The overall murder rate in America has declined but the murder and non-negligent manslaughter rates among children and adolescents has risen dramatically in the last ten years. Why do these youngsters turn to violence and killing? This is a question that numerous experts have been trying to answer for years. ...

This 7 page paper looks at the theories regarding the development of this disorder and the way in which it may be treated, focusing on family therapy along with the flexibility as well as long term nature of any therapy. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

A 7 page paper that examines the concepts of culture versus materialism and practicality versus intellectualism as presented by the Schlegel and Wilcox families in E.M. Forster's 1910 novel Howard's End. Also included are discussions of the symbolism incorporated into each family characterization as well as into the physical estate of Howards End. ...

A 3 page paper discussing perspectives of high tuition and fees costs at California State University Hayward (CSUH). Though CSUH takes pride in being one of the nation's most affordable public universities, many of CSUH's students believe that tuition costs are oppressive and prohibitive. A high percentage of CSUH students are transfers from junior colleges, which typically ...

7 pages in length. Merriam-Webster defines society as an enduring and cooperating social group whose members have developed organized patterns of relationships through interaction with one another. In light of such a description, one might readily argue the fact that contemporary society does not exist. Clearly, mankind has reached an apex of ...

A 12 page overview of the International Council on Social Welfare. Outlines the activities of the ICSW from it inception in 1928 to its current activities. Emphasizes its role as a UN negotiator, especially its role in the 1995 Copenhagen Summit and the UN Summit. Concludes that judging from the outcome of ...

A 5 page paper that presents the widening effects and fresh perception that one conscious choice in slightly different course content might make on the path to career development. In this particular example, a sociology student and future school social worker chooses to incorporate a particular plan of seemingly inapplicable medical course study into ...

A 7 page paper discussing Karl Marx and Max Weber agreed on many aspects of capitalism, but most obviously disagreed on its origins. Marx saw capitalism as the last evolutionary step in which owners of means of production would have advantage over those supplying the labor needed to effect production of any good or commodity. Weber maintained ...

A 5 page paper that focuses on the potential physical and psychological perils that exist within the framework of the traditional Eastern practice of arranged marriage. Presented are the views of those opposing this age-old practice as well as opinions expressed by proponents of this issue. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 12 page paper considers the ethical problems that a researcher may face when conducting research into human relations. Issues such as conflicts of interest and non intervention are considered in different circumstances. The paper then goes on to consider solutions to some of these problems as well as recognising those for which no solution ...

This 6 page paper examines positions of these two authors by using Adam Smith's (a.k.a. George Goodman) The Money Game and John Galbraith's The Culture of Contentment. Ideas about the wealthy in society are provided. No additional sources cited.

This five-page-paper presents a discussion and summary of the article titled "Cars and Their Enemies", by James Q. Wilson. Bibliography lists one source.

This 8 page paper considers the social issue of domestic abuse and considers the biophychosocial factors related to the cause and maintenance of the problem, then outlines specific studies of treatment for this problem. This paper critically examines the quality of the evidence cited and the effectiveness for understanding the issue of spousal abuse. ...

A 15 page paper. The rates of both divorce and juvenile delinquency have increased dramatically over the last three decades. Many researchers have shown there is a direct link between adolescent maladaptive behaviors, such as delinquency, and parental divorce. This hypothetical study looks at a different question: were the maladaptive behaviors in evidence prior to ...

This 5 page paper delves into the issue of racism with a focus on verbiage. Both psychological and sociological positions are presented. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses quantitative social science as it involves two books. The books are "The Measure of Reality" by Alfred Crosby, and "The Mismeasure of Man" by Stephen Jay Gould. The books are discussed separately and then compared and contrasted. No additional sources cited.

This five-page-paper presents a discussion about the biological and societal determinants about body images. Bibliography lists five sources.

This 10 page paper looks at issues concerned with children refugees in the United kingdom. The paper starts with consideration to the legislation that applies to then as well as general background information. The paper then goes on to examine the role and duties of the local authorities and the way in which they are ...

This 20 page paper considers the issue of abused women who kill their abusers, and makes definitive assertions about the socioeconomic status and background of these women. This paper maintains that there is a correlation between socioeconomic and educational elements and the meeting of societal expectations, as well as the belief that women who ...

This 10 page paper takes a look at the field of social work and how psychoanalytic and cognitive theories may be applied. How social workers cope with change, in respect to their clients' progress, is a focus of this study. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 5 page paper compares and contrasts these two theorists' views on man and change in a general sense. Are humans the creators of their own fate, or are they products of their environment? The premise of this paper is that these authors view the latter proposition as truth. Quotes are included from The Communist ...