Academic papers on Sociology, Social Work, & Counseling

Nineteenth Century Disenchantment With Progress
This 6 page paper examines progress, and the unhappiness with it. Several authors are discussed. Novels from the time period are used in the discussion. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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C. Wright Mills: Power Elite
5 pages in length. Examining C. Wright Mills' "The Structure of Power in America" in The Readings in Social Theory allows one to see how social equity proves to represent a dichotomy of representation whenever a civilized society is involved. No...
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The Sociology and Culture of Work
This 4 page paper examines work life and how different theorists view it. The views of three authors, including Karl Marx, are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Are We Better Off Now Than One Hundred or More Years Ago?
A 5 page paper which examines whether we are better off now than we were a hundred or more years ago. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Detriments of Control in Organizations
This 3 page paper examines bureaucracy and the problems it causes. Examples are provided. Marx's alienation is discussed as are Max Weber's ideas. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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American Criticism of the Wealthy
An 8 page critique of the contention that Americans do not criticize the so-called "new rich", contentions presented in a February 1, 2000 broadcast in which Ray Suarez interviews James Twitchell (author of "Lead us into Temptation: The Triumph of...
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The Rise of the Labor Movement in America
This 4 page paper examines the labor movement. Various unions to rise during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries are included. This paper takes a historical look at unions and their impact on American business throughout the decades. Bibliography...
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Changes in Marriage
A 6 page research paper that answers three questions about marriage and families. The first section deals with changes in the family; the second deals with the changing role of children; and the third deals with gay or lesbian parents. Bibliography...
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JASMINE BY MUKHERJEE
This 4 page paper discusses the affect of assimilation on the immigrant. Examples given from Mukherjee's novel, Jasmine. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Interpreting and Interview About ICT
This 4 page paper uses an interview supplied by the student to assess the impact of information and communications technology (ICT) for an individual with reference to different theories concerning areas of consumption and identity, power relations,...
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POST MODERN SUBJECTS IN RELATION TO THE SCI-FI GENRE
This 10 page paper discusses the relation of the postmodern individual to the science fiction genre. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Changing Role of Grandparents
An 8 page essay that addresses several issues pertaining to the changing nature of families and the role of grandparents. Issues addressed include four hypotheses on the changing nature of families and the effect of this on future generations;...
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Attitudes Toward Aging
This 12 page paper examines ethnic differences in respect to attitudes about aging. Various issues are explored including death and dying and how retirement is embraced. A questionnaire is included. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Domestic Violence
A 6 page research paper that offers an overview of domestic violence. Topics covered include definitions of domestic violence and its emergence as a social issue historically; theoretical explanation for its incidence and relevance of gender;...
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Greenwich Village
This 10 page paper presents an overview of this famous New York City area. History is provided along with a look at its demographics today. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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