Academic papers on Sociology, Social Work, & Counseling

Fair Housing, The Homeless And Community Development
14 pages in length. There is no simple way to solve all the problems inherent to fair housing and homelessness; they are far too complex and based within a foundation of social intolerance and political stringency to think the forces at work trying...
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
This 9 page paper discusses the status and efficiency of the Florida Foster care program. Examples, shortcomings, facts, figures, examined, conclusions drawn. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Negotiation Techniques for the Social Worker
This 8 page paper explores the art of negotiation and bargaining by focusing on a case study submitted by a student. The case involves the negotiation of visitation with a pet dog for a woman who has been hospitalized. Methodology is explored and...
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Sociological Evaluation of 2004 Australian Article (Economics of Medical Care)
This 3 page paper takes a look at an article and the economic and sociological implications of a dilemma faced by the medical community. Insights into the Australian attitude are gleaned through this evaluation. No additional sources cited.
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Homelessness as a Human Rights Violation
This 6 page report discusses the question of whether or not society should assume more responsibility for homeless people. The author presents the argument that attitudes need to change regarding homelessness so that a society considers it a basic...
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Population Pyramids and their Interpretation; Indonesia, Ethiopia and The United Kingdom
This 3 page paper looks at the population pyramids of these three countries, looks at the general trends and explains some of the influences that have created these patterns. The paper includes three graphs. The bibliography cites 8 sources.
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Theoretical Perspectives in Sociology
This 3 page paper evaluates data submitted by a student (criminal statistics for one town) through four different sociological perspectives. The perspectives are pathological, structural, and functional schools in addition to labeling theory. ...
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The Role of Towns in the Development of Capitalism
This 3 page paper examines capitalism and how the towns are implicated in its development. Examples are provided. Capitalism is also discussed as a concept. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Postmodernism: Foucault and Bauman
A paper which considers the postmodernist perspective on sex, madness and society, as expressed by Foucault and Bauman, with reference to societal ethics and the means of socio-political change. Bibliography lists 10 sources
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Glassner's The Culture of Fear
This 4 page paper provides an overview and critique of this compelling book that points to the trend of media blowing things out of proportion. The author is a sociologist. Specific examples are provided. No additional sources cited.
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Functional Behavioral Analysis
A 5 page research paper that focuses on observation of a premature 7-month-old boy. The writer offers a behavioral/physical assessment based on observation, detailing the baby's development as well as a strategies offered by nutritional and...
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ADHD and Comorbidity with Alcoholism
A 15 page research paper that examines the findings of research pertaining to a connection between Attention-Deficit, Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and comorbidity with alcoholism. A considerable body of research has indicated that ADHD, along with...
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Attitudes to death
A paper which looks at changing attitudes towards death and dying, and the way in which the concept of death is divorced from everyday life whilst it constitutes a primary focus of media entertainment. Bibliography lists 7 sources
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Social Groups
This 3 page paper evaluates social groups with the use of a case study. Various terms are utilized such as "in group," "out group," dyad and reference group. The case study involves a sixteen year old girl involved in a close friendship and these...
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Sociological Evaluation of 2004 Australian Article (Student Gambling)
This 3 page paper takes a look at an article and the economic and sociological implications of a dilemma faced by the Australian community. The focus is on student gambling and proposed deregulation. Insights into the Australian attitude are...
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