Academic papers on Sociology, Social Work, & Counseling

Strengthening the Family to Combat Family Violence
This 10 page paper proposes that the nuclear family be strengthened in order to combat both domestic violence and child abuse. Each concept is discussed separately and clearly defined. Statistics are used to support assumptions that incidents of...
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STIMULATION TOWARD AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR
This paper examines the concept that aggression is triggered by aggressive stimulation such as that promoted by the media and deindividuation. The paper supports this thesis with research. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Old and New Social Movements
This 6 page paper provides an analysis of both old and new social movements and compares and contrasts them as well. Numerous examples are provided. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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The ACF and welfare funding
A seven page paper which looks at the structure and function of the ACF and in particular the role it plays in the allocation and distribution of welfare funding, especially in relation to families and children. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Critical Practitioner Principles and Social Work Requirements
This is a 7 page paper discussing critical practitioner principles and social work requirements in regards to their application. The components involved in modern social work which involve the fair distribution of service based on economic, cultural...
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How Sociological Theories Explain Society
This 5 page paper looks at a few theories which are the resource mobilization theory, rational actor theory and Piven and Cloward's suggestion to disrupt the system. The theories are evaluated. Many examples are provided. No bibliography.
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Diversity in America
This 5 page paper looks at solutions to the divides that plague the U.S. today. Various issues are addressed including race relations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Social Class Distinctions Based on Spatial and Perceptual Divisions
This is a 5 page paper using the theories of Bourdieu, Lacan, Baudrillard and Barthes to discuss the theories of social distinction. Traditionally, sociologists have found distinct separation of the classes based not only on monetary and educational...
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ON THE ROAD AGAIN
This 5 page paper discusses the housing options for the future, as well as details the non-traditional housing preferences of those opting for mobile homes and RV's. Examples taken from actual interviews with mobile home owners, living in their mh's...
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Is Sociology a Science?
This 5 page paper look at sociology and supports the idea that it is a science. Max Weber's definition of sociology is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Liberty and Equality/Marx, Durkheim & Others
A 6 page research paper that contrasts and compares the social theories of Karl Marx and Emile Durkheim. The writer argues that while these two early sociologists differed in the particulars of their philosophy, they both saw liberty and equality as...
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Public And Private Families: An Introduction by Cherlin
A 5 page paper that responds to specific questions regarding the content of this book by Andrew Cherlin. The questions are: Why the U.S. Census Bureau's definition of "family" is not adequate; What is the difference between the private and public...
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UK: Refugee And Asylum Seekers
6 pages in length. Finding a safe place to live is of no concern to populations of many global nations where peace reigns supreme; however, for those in battle weary countries like Iraq, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia and Sri Lanka, relocating...
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An Overview of Cybernetics and Systems Science
This 5 page paper provides an overview of the concepts, and explores the differences between first order and second order cybernetics. Family systems are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Methods in Sociology
This 5 page paper outlines sociological methods and provides examples for various types of studies. Durkheim's methods are explored, and problems in experimentation are also noted such as history and maturation effects. Bibliography lists 2 ...
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