Academic papers on Sociology, Social Work, & Counseling

Cultural Capital
This 5 page paper examines the ideas of Perrier Bourdieu and how these may be considered in terms of the current changes is social structure. The paper includes consideration of the different forms of capital and the way in which the dominant...
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Black & Asian Culture/Great Britain
A 9 page research paper that investigates the question: "Have Black and Asian cultures in Britain been 'self made' in response to social, economic, and political disadvantage?" The writer argues that "yes" these cultures are the result of racism in...
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Cognitive Dissonance and Racism
A 9 page research paper that investigates the relationship between cognitive dissonance and racism. The writer argues that if people's true feelings do not match their outward show of non-racist attitudes, it sets up a situation in which cognitive...
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Child poverty in the UK
A 5 page research paper that examines the problem of child poverty in the UK. The writer discusses the prevalence of this problem, its consequences, and the initiatives undertaken by the British government to eradicate child poverty. Bibliography...
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Equal Opportunities
This 7 page paper considers what is meant by equality of opportunities, how it may be defined, its
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Lawson et al: Essentials Of Chemical Dependency Counseling"
5 pages in length. The extent to which Lawson et al (1984) provide a thorough and comprehensive insight to the issue of chemical dependency counseling is both grand and far-reaching. "Essentials of Chemical Dependency" explores every possible...
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The Effects of Divorce on Female Adolescent Sexuality
This 5 page paper looks at study questions and a hypothesis regarding the effects of parental divorce on girls. Relevant literature is reviewed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Alienation in the Twenty-first Century
This 6 page paper explores several sociological theorists to evaluate whether or not alienation exists in the world today. Both alienation and anomie are defined and bureaucracy is discussed as well. The postmodern workplace is a part of the...
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The Social Construction of Sexuality
This 8 page paper explores the topic with special attention to class and ethnicity. Several ethnic groups are discussed specifically but the subject is treated rather generally. Social class is also explored in depth. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Class Struggle in Corporate America
This 6 page paper explores Marx and Engels' Communist Manifesto and relates it to life in corporate America. Several readings provided by the student are discussed. No bibliography.
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Defining Altruism:
This 10 page paper discusses altruism in-depth, and furthermore presents many case scenarios. This paper explores such theories as The Bystander Effect and different perspectives on helping in order to fully understand altruism. Bibliography lists...
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Decision-Making and The Atomic Bomb:
This 8 page paper discusses the different decision making models (according to Graham Allison) and attempts to apply these models to the U.S. decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan. This paper provides much insight into the weeks and days prior...
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Success and Social Mobility: A Look at American Civilization in the Twenty-First Century
This 8 page paper explores success and achievement in America and why it is so important. Social mobility or progress is discussed as well. The topics are addressed both historically and futuristically. References to modern television shows and...
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Personal Experiences: How They Are Shaped By Social Structure And Social Interaction
5 pages in length. The writer relates three personal stories of social conflict/interaction, as well as discusses the nature of free will versus determinism. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Influences on Female Juvenile Delinquency
Female juvenile delinquency is on the increase. This paper looks at female friendships in order to understand some of the influencing factors. First, the issue of gang membership and the reasons for membership that leads to crime is examined. This...
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