Essays and Research Papers on Social Work & Counseling

This 5 page paper looks at the origins of rock and roll and how it affected culture. Changes during the 1950s is the focus of this paper but future generations are referenced as well. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the political ideologies and activism among Italian Americans. The paper uses the following works to examine the position of Italian Americans in the nation: Richard Gambino’s “Blood of My Blood,” Daniel Patrick Moynihan and Nathan Glaze’s “Beyond the Melting Pot,” and Jerre Mangione and Ben Morreale’s “La Storia.” No additional sources cited.

A 15 page paper. The primary focus of this paper is the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), and more specifically, the foster care system. The subtopic is mental health issues facing children in foster care. The essay reports data regarding the incidence of mental health and behavioral disorders among children and youth, ...

A 2.5 page paper which examines a quote from Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” concerning acquiring knowledge. The paper discusses the possible reaction of Marx (The Communist Manifesto) and Mill (On Liberty) to such a statement. No additional sources cited.

This 12 page paper argues that the declining rate of white males going to college and the higher rate of incarceration is related. California's attention to the prison population, the future of black youth and the neglect of white males has created this unusual phenomenon. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

This 3 page paper examines Marx's notions and sees economic determinism at the heart of his theories. The reason why money is important in life is discussed. No bibliography.

This 8 page paper considers the social impacts and causes of the British post war immigration policy. The paper considers why policies were put into place, how they satisfied economic needs of the time, and how, with changing economic climates, the immigration policy has tightened up. Those who have been influenced by the policies ...

A 3 page paper arguing that the concept map is a valuable tool from all perspectives. It particularly valuable in defining parameters for qualitative research and for assessing the relative worth of constructs used in guiding qualitative research. It provides a visual guide for all who may be affected by its subject. ...

A 4 page overview of the ever-increasing teen smoking problem. Statistics are provided and the contention is presented that tobacco use should be made illegal across the board. The economic and societal impacts of such an action are investigated. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper arriving at a definition of sociology as the study of social order. It focuses on groups, but it also examines the behavior of individuals in a social context. Study of social conflict and social change are a part of sociology, but only as they apply to the study of ...

A 3 page paper in two parts. The first part relays the events of exhibiting mild deviance (breaking in line) at a grocery store on a busy Friday afternoon, describing individuals’ reactions to the event. The second discusses from a sociological perspective the effects of Bill Clinton’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy on ...

This 4 page paper takes a look at popular culture, politics and media with two theorist's points of view. Jenkin's fan culture is discussed as well. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at Roland Barthe's ideas and how they are related to semiotics. Myth is discussed. Marxism is also referenced. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at globalization and how the culture has become more and more global. Examples of cities that are considered most cosmopolitan are noted. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3 page report discusses the differences that have developed related to “conventional” sex therapy as compared to the psychological considerations of sex therapy that can be defined as “intimacy-based.” Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page contention that death is a process, a process in which the dying terminate their societal obligations but in which family members often incur obligations in the form of family vigilance. These obligations have varied, however, over time and culture. In many aspects of our modern society death has become more ...

This 3 page paper defines social stratification through various insights. Racism is discussed in the context of the class system. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 4 page discussion of the numerous factors which can limit social mobility. While mobility between castes is perceived as impossible in the traditional caste system, it is possible to move within and between classes on the basis of merit and hard work. Even in the class system, however, social mobility is limited ...

A 6 page annotated bibliography of 12 sources which relate to the topic of the four types of love: Storge, Philios, Eros, and Agape.

This 6 page report discusses Schor’s 1991 book in which she explains that the typical American family is spending a great deal more time in business and business-related activities which has resulted in a reduction in the amount of time they have for leisure activities. This is not a book review but a “policy analysis” in which the ...

This 3 page report discusses a hypothetical case in which a five-year-old child has been denied access to her grandparents with who she has had an intimate and daily relationship for her entire life. Basic issues related to the legal rights of grandparents are discussed within the context of the 2000 decision of the Supreme Court in ...

This 5 page paper focuses on Marx's economic theory using Capital Volume One. Some quotes are included. No additional sources cited.

This 3 page paper takes a brief look at the system. Moneys appropriated for children who turn 18 is also discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines if gangs are created because of affiliation and belonging. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

6 pages in length. From Locke to Hume and myriad other philosophers in between, the issue of natural rights has evolved from those who both share and oppose specific ideals associated with humanity's intrinsic privilege. The UN Commission on Human Rights has certainly fought hard to uphold the inherent nature of its objective; ...