Essays and Research Papers on Social Problems

This 6 page paper provides an argument that says that the poor deserve their plights because they are lazy. Theories of Marx, Aristotle and Locke are used to support the thesis. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This five-page-paper presents a discussion on the racially motivated civil violence in Watts (Los Angeles) California. It outlines and details the demographic aspects of the area as well as the problems that ensue whenever there is a riot in the area. It closes with a suggested study in which the problems can be identified and addressed. Bibliography lists ...

The issue of violent toys is seldom simply a matter of whether or not one should buy a particular toy for a child. This 5 page paper explores the effects of violent toys on children and culture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

Oscar Lewis, in the late 1950's, defined the 'culture of poverty' as a set of negative traits that are perpetuated by the subculture defined by economic lack. This 7 page paper explores the cultural theories of poverty and stratification as provided by Oscar Lewis, William Julius Wilson and Charles Murray. No additional sources are listed.

This 8 page paper asks what causes rape in the most developed nation in the world, and answers that question with several suggestions from the sociological camp. The preppie murder case is used as an example. Date rape is discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 9 page paper that examines conventional parenting styles and their applicability to the new conventional family unit of the twenty-first century. Discussed are the changes that traditional parenting styles underwent during the twentieth century due to the 1946 publication of Dr. Benjamin Spock's The Common Sense Book of Baby and Child Care. ...

A 6 page discussion of the factors which interplay in subculture crime. Identifies three premises that in order for crime to exist among our nation's youth there must be a motivated offender, a ready target, and the absence of a capable guardian. Identifies the media as playing a large role in shaping each of ...

A 5 page paper which analyzes five separate essays which deal with aspects of oppression. The essays are "Oppression" by Marilyn Frye, "Racism: Something about the Subject Makes it Hard to Name" by Gloria Yamato, "White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack" by Peggy McIntosh, "The Economics of Race, Class, and Gender in the United States, author unknown, and "Deconstructing ...

Deborah Blum's Sex On The Brain investigates the biological differences and explains them in terms that are easily understood by most people. This 10 page paper gives a brief synopsis of the book, chapter by chapter, and concludes with a brief review. No additional sources are listed.

It could be argued that the differences in cultures that is seen in Israel is not different from those seen in the urban areas of the United States. This 5 page paper argues that in Israel the idea of the children as the foundation for the future is as embraced as in the United States, however, it is ...

The increasing use of illegal drugs has been a subject that compels politicians to make statements and instigate punitive legislation, however, the numbers continue to increase. This 7 page paper examines the problem of methamphetamine use and abuse, its effects and treatment. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the prevalence of crime as it relates to lower socioeconomic classes. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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 ...

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 ...

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 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 14 page research paper that offers a comprehensive literature review on the topic of how children's social cognition results in prejudicial and discriminatory attitudes. The writer concludes from this review that the basic assumptions guiding multicultural education may need to be altered. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page report discusses Richard Rhodes’ contribution to the New York Times “Op/Ed” pages for September 17, 2000, in which he presents the opinion that the current debate regarding the violence depicted in television, movies, and video games and its relationship to violent behavior in both children and adults. The article is analyzed in terms of the resources used ...

(10 pp) Britain has admitted that the tone of the country's recent asylum debate could encourage racial prejudice. That government acknowledgement has resulted from criticism, by rights groups at a United Nation's meetings in Geneva to discuss racial discrimination. Britain "remains attractive to migrants precisely because it is seen as a toler does not ...

6 pages in length. Getting old is not a socially accepted occurrence. In America, contempt and disrespect stem from the aspect of aging against one's will, with people looking upon the elderly as slow, incapable, broken down and virtually worthless individuals. The notion of ageism, the negative attitude associated with getting old, is ...

This 10 page report discusses the WWF or World Wrestling Federation and how it contributes to the perpetuation of violence in society. Wrestling is a phenomenon unto itself. Its fans joyfully buy into the mayhem, the insults, and the staging. Concerns about the ways in which modern society has become increasingly more violent have caused numerous studies to take place ...

A 5 page paper which discusses two forms of acculturation that appear in "Black Elk Speaks" translated by John Neihardt. These conditions are then compared to similar realities presented in "Bread Givers" by Anzia Yezierska. No additional sources cited.

This 9 page paper addresses the relationship between poverty, substance abuse and being a Black American in terms of how treatment may address these issues in a productive manner. The viewpoint of systems theory as well as personal construct theory is taken in the presentation of information as well as recommendations for treatment approach. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

6 pages in length. People who spend a lifetime working often have difficulty adjusting to the leisure of retirement and the lack of work identity associated with retirement. The reason this occurs is due to the fact that for the majority of one's life, there has been structure, requirement and a specific task ...

This 3 page paper considers the difference between attitudes and behaviors when attempting to implement community recycling programs. This paper assesses the central reasons why behaviors do not correspond with the attitudes of a population when implementing these programs. Bibliography lists 2 sources.