Academic papers on Sociology, Social Work, & Counseling

International Adoption
A 5 page paper which argues for International adoption. The paper discusses Chinese, and Russian adoptions, illustrating various conditions as they relate to ethics, logic, and claims as they address evaluations and policies. Bibliography lists...
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Services for the Elderly in Morris County, New Jersey
This 6 page paper provides an overview of the needs of senior citizens in Morris County as well as services already available. A proposal for an expansion of services, to fill the gaps, is presented. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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A seven page paper which looks at the role of the elderly within the community, and the way in which various volunteer programmes not only increase motivation and self-esteem amongst elderly individuals but also work towards diminishing alienation...
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Sociological Explanations of Cheating
This 5 page paper looks at an article about cheating and relates it to sociological concepts. Systems theory and the theory of differential association are highlighted. No bibliography.
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The Value of Labor According to Marx
This 5 page paper focuses on the value of labor according to Karl Marx and his writings contained in Capital. Various concepts are discussed from the work. No additional sources cited.
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The Failure of the American Sociological Model of the Nuclear Family: A Strategy for Redress
A 6 page contention that the American nuclear family as a sociological model is failing. Lists current issues that verify that contention and suggests a change in attitude from the
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The Measure Of Society
6 pages in length. In a new twist to Ghandi's declaration that 'the measure of a society is how it treats its elderly, its children, its animals,' the aspect of social interaction has warranted closer examination as to the manner by which a society...
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The Complexities of Abortion: The Issues of Choice Verses Right to Life
A 6 page discussion of the many issues surrounding abortion. Notes that despite the common perception of abortions being sought by strictly irresponsible women, the choice to have an abortion is not always cut and dried. Such choices can involve...
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Social Work and Professionalism
5 pages in length. Social work professionalism is inherently oppressive in terms of policy. At times it seems licensed social workers are working more for the agencies than they are for the client. Social workers are more in the business of...
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The Sociological Views of C. Wright Mills
14 pages in length. C. Wright Mills is well remembered for his popular work The Sociological Imagination, in which he set forth his views on how social science should be pursued. In his book, Mills calls for a humanist sociology. By this he...
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Problems and Resolutions for Homelessness in the Northeast
This 6 page paper focuses on the Northeast, but provides information on homelessness that is applicable to most situations. Reasons for homelessness are explored and solutions are discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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The Impact of New Family Paradigms on Future Generations
This 6 page paper proposes that the new family structures inclusive of the single mother syndrome and the blended family is somewhat detrimental to future generations. However, the paper concludes that other changing social factors soften the...
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Termination Of A Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program: Social Worker Interaction
5 pages in length. One can readily argue that the process a social worker goes through when her session with a client is about to be terminated bears significant similarity to the separation between a parent and a child. Indeed, the role of a...
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A five page paper which gives an overview of the Chicago school theory of social disorganisation, and applies it to the cultural values and peer-group bonding demonstrated in Boyz N The Hood. Bibliography lists 3 sources
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Critical Thought: Researching
A 5 page paper which discusses aspects of researching which requires critical thought. The paper addresses the challenges and opportunities for discovering and understanding information and adding to the knowledge base of public administration in...
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