Essays and Research Papers on Social Work

A 5 page paper that provides an overview of premises in a New Republic article suggesting the Christian arguments against Rauch's perspective. Rauch essentially provides arguments in regards to marriage and the efficacy of both homosexual and heterosexual unions. Bibliography lists no additional sources.

10 pages. Participatory development as an alternative development model is one of the most effective programs in influencing Third World development and even in the use of various forms of public action. Learning to manage resources sustainably on the local level is essential for achieving the global goal of sustainable development. Participatory development with emphasis on those areas ...

6 pages worth of short essay answers concerning basic social research techniques. Using local examples, the writer discusses such concepts as the role of inaccurate observations, selective observation, overgeneralization, ex post facto hypothesizing, mysticizing, etc; The original essay questions are unavailable. No Bibliography.

5 pages. This is a series of five essays on marriage and family. Topics range from which partner performs the emotional work in a heterosexual relationship, how institutions reduce pluralism, to the greatest demographic anomaly of the 20th century and the impact it has had on the family. Bibliography lists 1 source. ...

This 3 page paper begins by explaining labeling theory, including criticism of the theory. The essay provides examples of prevention programs that would support this perspective. The writer also comments on parenting styles found most effective for preventing delinquency. The essay concludes with comments related to treatment of status offenders. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 10 page paper discusses why the systematic framework of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation make up the social work process. The framework is discussed in terms of a problem solving approach used in organizations as well as in the counseling-based helping professions. The essay reports Mary Richard's comments on assessment as the first step ...

This 5-page paper discusses communication in young adults for the first time. It touches on the need for young people to learn how to communicate in a culturally diverse school or workplace; the meaning of speech codes and how they're used by the group; and touches on what parents can to keep lines of ...

A 14 page paper reviewing the importance of recognizing communication characteristics among Malaysian women. This paper reviews the various factors that affect these women's communication. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page overview of some of the problems families face in finding adequate and appropriate professional support in dealing with a deaf or hearing-impaired infant. Includes a detailed appeal for professionals to provide family support using the approach best for the particular family, rather than for the professional to promote only personal preferences ...

This 3-page paper examines the Department of Youth and Family Services and the problem with its current technology. The paper discusses hypothetical possibilities of how the organization can improve technology to help with operations. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

In a paper of eight pages, the author writes of a survey that was done in New Jersey to assess neighborhood conditions and health concerns. The author writes of issues such as the lack of open space, lack of recreational activities, and not having access to quality foods, as being major contributions to health concerns. ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the book called The Good Marriage, written by Judith S. Wallerstein and Sandra Blakeslee. Marriage is discussed in depth. The four types of marriage as explained by authors are noted. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page discussion of the reasons behind Harry Crews’ writings. “Life of a Georgia Innocent”, like most of Crews’ work is captivating and many times shocking. Perhaps the most interesting thought repetitively emphasized by Crews is that in many ways there are few distinctions between man and animal under these harsh conditions. ...

A 5 page research paper that explores alternative choices to nursing home care in regards to an aging disabled client. The write outlines a case study scenario and then discusses how both an assisted living facility or the services of a companion could afford the client choices that are not only cost effective, but preserve ...

This is a 5 page paper comparing the gender and family structures of the Yanomamo, the Aztecs and modern Americans. The Yanomamo of the Brazilian rainforest, the Aztecs of Mexico and modern Americans all have traditionally different gender and family structures and roles but all also experienced shifts within their structures to adapt to new ...

The sociology of the family is discussed in context of the physical education teacher's career. This 5 page paper explains the many reasons why coaches and physical education teachers need a clear understanding of different types of families. Gender issues are explored as well and practical application of the information is also discussed. Bibliography cites ...

An 11 page research paper in which the writer provides an overview of the current perspectives on early childhood that can be derived from understanding labor and educational reforms in the U.K. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 3 page paper takes a position on a New Jersey law which advocates the education of new parents. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses toys, testosterone and cultural presets as they relate to gender differences. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper explores several sociological theories in terms of how society has been ordered to render the male the dominant sex. Feminist ideology is explored as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This is a 12 page paper discussing issues in regards to counseling Latino clients. Therapists who are counseling Latino men and women must take into account various cultural and ethnic values traditional in Latino families including adherence to machismo, marianismo, persondisimo, simpatia, respeto and familism; all of which define the gender, family and community relations ...

A 3 page discussion of child support in the United States and the problem of collecting from "deadbeat dads." The writer sees the issue as an intergovernmental one and comments specifically on important laws which gave the Federal government collection authority during the mid-1990's. Bibliography lists 4 supporting sources.

A 6 page research paper that explores the issues involved with adoption of developmentally disabled children. The writer argues that while there have been improvements in government assistance in recent years, examination of this topic shows that there is room for improvement, as adoption of developmentally disabled children is still lengthy, complicated and expensive. More ...

A 5 page overview of the orphanage debate. The writer posits that although few would argue against removing children from abusive homes, few would agree with the Republican plan that the government should raise children living in loving, but impoverished homes. Issues discussed are orphan surveys, historical view of orphanages, and the role ...

A 4 page paper on child support; discusses laws and contemporary problems faced in collecting from "welfare dads" The writer also outlines various actions being taken by the government etc; Includes many statistics- cites 6 sources.