Academic papers on Sociology, Social Work, & Counseling

Young Men And Fire / Youth, Identity & Tragedy
A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the issues of youth, identification, socialization, and tragedy in Norman Maclean's Young Men and Fire -- an account of 1949's Mann Gulch fire. No additional sources cited.
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Mainstream America
A 6 page paper discussing American perceptions toward Latinos. Hispanics represent the fastest-growing ethnic group in America. Their numbers are expected to exceed that of African-Americans by 2005, and it is expected that by the year 2050 they...
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"Max Weber
Martin Albrow, in his book Max Weber
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Self-Awareness and Other-Awareness / The Application of Social Theory and the Impact of Communication & Social Environment on Self-Assessment
Self-awareness is an ongoing process by which a person evaluates their own self in relationship to the reactions they perceive from others. Individuals assess themselves within particular environments and as a result, self-awareness can change...
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Some Reflections Upon Marriage
5 pages in length. The concept that men are entitled to inherent privileges in marriage, while women have to earn their place in the same state of matrimony, is the clear implication in Mary Astell's "Some Reflections Upon Marriage." Asserting...
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Going About Child Care the Right Way
A 5 page paper presenting a hypothetical research involving child care. Evidence shows that child care, in large doses, is very unhealthy. Child care, if used, should be in limited doses. The hypothetical research includes going to a day care center...
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Problems With Teen Marriages
In 5 pages, the writer discusses the disadvantages of teen marriage. Teenagers should not be allowed to marry. It is ridiculous for anyone under the age of 21 to even consider marriage. There is a high divorce rate for couples in that age group. ...
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Interracial Relationships
In 5 pages, the writer discusses interracial relationships. Much has been said concerning interracial relationships. Children of interracial marriages have been given slur names, as have those in the relationships. In the 1990s interracial...
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Marriage In Historical Context
This 5 page paper provides an overview of the book A History of Marriage Systems by G. Robina Quale. Additionally, the paper discusses marriage as an institution in both history and in the context of sociology. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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This 5 page report discusses Anthony Trollope
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Los Angeles And Homeless Latinos
A 20 page paper which addresses the issue of homelessness in Los Angeles, with specific reference to the Latino population. Issues, other than dire situations, addressed include positive contributions such as recent small businesses. Also included...
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Heroes And Icons
5 pages in length. What is it that people look for when they seek out heroes and icons? Some search for characteristics with which they can identify, while others probe for traits the represent the person they would most like to emulate. Whether...
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Trends in Divorce over the Last Century
Reduced mortality rates, increased life span, changing religious perspectives and the focus on the American marriage in the early 1900s have all impacted divorce rates, and have demonstrated the link between demographic components and social...
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Hochman
A 3 page analysis of Anndee Hochman
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Modern Social Theory
The "modern" world has different meaning for different individuals and different studies. Most would agree that it encompasses the period from the beginning of the First World War until the present. For Social theorists, "modern" must connote...
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