Academic papers on Sociology, Social Work, & Counseling

Is Sex Work Really "Work"
This 4 page paper, unlike the title suggests, concludes that it is hard to separate one's psyche from one's body and be truly alienated in the sex industry. The paper uses Chapkis' Live Sex Acts as a springboard for discussion. The book uses...
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Podgorecki's Social Engineering
A 3 page research paper that describes how critical theory is applicable to the theories of Polish sociologist Adam Podgorecki concerning social engineering. This perspective is presented within the context of the community college mission....
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Neat v. Sloppy
A 3 page creative writing exercise that compares and contrasts neat and sloppy people. The writer argues that one can tell such people by their cars and their desks. No bibliography is offered.
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A Comparison of Classical Sociologists
This 5 page paper compares and contrasts three sociologists: Marx, Weber and Durkheim. Their theories are explored and viewed in how they apply to modern society. Bibliography lists sources.
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A MORE EFFECTIVE HOMELAND SECURITY POLICY
This 3-page paper attempts to take an economic approach to policy analysis and makes suggestions on a stronger plan for homeland security. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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The Importance of Socioeconomic Factors
This 3 page paper argues that it is difficult to break free from one's original class. Examples are provided. No bibliography.
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Family Concerns
A 7 page research paper/essay that address three areas of family concerns. The first section addresses why the nineteenth century was a good era for families, the second section discusses family triangles, how they work and how a therapist can help,...
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Religion and the views of Karl Marx
This 11 page paper takes a look at Karl Marx's theories and his take on religion. A bit about his own background is included. He is also compared to other classical theorists. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Community College Mission: A Social Engineering Perspective
This 4 page paper provides an overview of the issue of applying a social engineering perspective to the creation of a community college mission in Florida. This paper provides a questionnaire to be presented to a varied population of elected...
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Women Use Body Language to Communicate
A 3 page paper which illustrates how women use body language to communicate. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Classical Sociologists: Questions and Answers
This 8 page paper examines questions and answers related to Marx, Durkheim and Weber. Six questions are posed and answers are provided. The discussion includes concepts such as alienation, anomie, capitalism, ideology and social structure. No ...
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Social Work/Adoption
A 5 page research paper that discusses the knowledge, skills and values required by social workers dealing with adoption. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Ideas of Marx and Weber Compared
This 3 page paper looks at the practical application of ideas conveyed by Marx and Weber. Several theories of these well known sociologists are touched on. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Gender Discrimination in the Pay Packet; A Functionalist Perspective
This 9 page paper examines a newspaper article which reports the gap between the average female wage and the average male wage has decreased and consider how this may be interpreted, After examining the article and what it means the event it is...
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Supporting a Family on Minimum Wage
A 3 page paper discussing the plight of an urban family. A hard-working and sensible family has been derailed by circumstances beyond their control. After illness, loss of health care benefits and exhausting all savings, they face the danger of...
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