Homosexual Parenting: Pros & Cons
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19 pages in length. People from all walks of life must endure social intolerance at one time or another; however, certain groups face prejudicial persecution on a regular basis. What is the answer for gays and lesbians who want to raise children beneath a homosexual umbrella that would bring a sense of peace and equity amidst the tenets of sexual discrimination? Many claim it is too much to hope for that social bias begin to wane in exchange for a more understanding and open-minded world, especially what lies at the foundation of all intolerance is a combination of fear and ignorance, an alliance that not only precludes the chance for security and peace but one that also encourages just the opposite. Understanding the extent to which more states allow homosexual parenting than those that do not is an important realization when examining which way the pendulum is currently swinging. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: TLCHomoPr.rtf

Homosexuality
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A 5 page paper which presents, summarizes, and analyzes three different articles which deal with the issue of homosexuality. The articles are as follows : "Sex differences in attitudes toward gay men and lesbians: a multidimensional perspective" by Lisa LaMar and Mary Kite; "Birth order in homosexual versus heterosexual sex offenders against children, pubescents, and adults" by Ray Blanchard and Anthony F. Bogaert; and "Homosexual Demography: Implications for the Spread of AIDS" by Christopher Hewitt. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAfaxhomo.wps

Homosexuality and Medical Sociology
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A 4 page discussion of several key points relating to homosexuality and how it concerns medical sociology. Because homosexuality introduces certain risk factors homosexuals must take certain precautions. The medical environment, however, is often reluctant to openly acknowledge those risk factors or the precautions that must be taken. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPgayMed.rtf

Homosexuality and the Catholic Church
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A 5 page acknowledgment that although homosexuality has been around since the dawn of time, the practice is viewed differently according to the societal context. While homosexuality is gradually becoming a more and more commonly accepted component of our society, the Catholic Church remains one of the staunchest opponents to homosexuality. Church doctrines are based upon Biblical scripture which condemns homosexuality. The homosexual, like the murderer or the adulterer, is accepted by the Church but the practice of homosexuality, which the Church views as not only aberrant but in direct conflict with Biblical directive, is banned. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPgayChr.rtf

Homosexuality and the Church: Catholic and Jewish Views on Homosexuality
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A 5 page discussion of the contemporary views of the Catholic and Jewish religions on the topic of homosexuality. The author notes that while the mainstream components of these religious institutions have matured to the point where they accept homosexuality as a natural condition, the predominant view is that homosexual acts are an abomination in the eyes of God. Some factions of both Catholicism and Judaism have taken a more flexible opinion, however, and the continuing pressure of the issues is sure to result in a continuing trend toward greater receptivity. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPhomoCh.rtf

Homosexuality and Young Adult Literature
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This 6 page personal essay discusses homosexuality and the fact that it should be presented in young adult literature along with any other issue that will have an impact on a young person’s life. The author points out that there are people who think of it as a the most heinous of sins “against nature” and others who believe it is of no more relevance than the color of one’s eyes. And, of course, there are others who are convinced that they “aren’t bothered” by gays and lesbians but don’t understand why “they can’t just keep to themselves.” Each of these attitudes are attitudes which have evolved as the result of personal experience and belief systems, most of which were established before a person reached adulthood. What an adolescent or teen reads serves as an important component in shaping his or her beliefs. To deny that homosexuality exists r to declare it as a perversion or sin only serves to negate the existence of an entire group of people. No sources listed.
Filename: BWhomo.rtf

Homosexuality and “Coming out of the Closet”
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A 7 page paper which examines the trauma and stress associated with gays both before and after revealing their sexual orientation. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: TGcloset.rtf

Homosexuality in Literature
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A 21 page paper which examines E.M. Forster's "Maurice" and Radclyffe Hall's "The Well of Loneliness" as they involve conditions of homosexuality. Bibliography lists 5 additional sources.
Filename: RArdclff.rtf

Homosexuality on College Campuses
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A 5 page paper discussing the incidence of homosexuality and sexually transmitted infections on college campuses. There is little research directly asking these questions. Ultimately, it appears that homosexuality is not increasing on college campuses, though that conclusion is supposition based on inference. It is clear, however, that incidence of STIs including HIV is increasing on college campuses. Students have tuned out the safe sex messages, and public health officials need to concentrate on regaining students’ attention. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KSsocGayStu.rtf

How Do Different Authors Deal With The Idea Of "Identity" Within The Gay Society In Pre-Stonewall America?
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5 pages in length. The history of gay and lesbian lifestyles has been fraught with a social defiance much like that which was present during the Salem witch hunts. Not only has this particular subpopulation been labeled 'perverts' and 'subversives,' but they have been forced to prove their collective right as members of society to pursue and uphold an identity no differently than their heterosexual counterparts. This identity came under a great deal of scrutiny during pre-stonewall America, a fact made quite evident by the way in which various authors of the time dealt with the concept. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TLCStonewll.rtf

In Fear Culture, Strangers Abound
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This comparative contrasts Arlene Stein's The Stranger Next Door with Barry Glassner's The Culture of Fear: Why Americans are Afraid of the Wrong Things. Issues covered include: method of argument, evidence, author's position, issues, and values. The paper concludes with an opinion on which author makes a better point. Surprise ending. Bibliography lists 2 sources. JVfearstra.rtf.
Filename: JVfearstra.rtf

Infants and AIDS
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A 2 page paper that briefly discuses the transmission of HIV/AIDS from mother's to the womb. Also mentions treatment possibilities. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: Aidsbaby.wps

International Pharmaceutical Business & AIDS Research
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A 40 page research study that provides an overview of the current business operations in terms of international mergers and acquisitions in the pharmaceutical industry and considers the imperative for continued international cooperation in research efforts. Bibliography lists 21 sources.
Filename: Phdrug.wps

Is Homosexuality in the Genes ?
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A 12 page paper in which the writer explores homosexuality from a biopyschosocial perspective. Explored are the definitive roots of homosexuality, changing psychiatric opinions over time, and most importantly,-- recent breakthroughs which suggest that people's sexuality may be the result of their genetic predisposition. Numerous examples and statistical data are provided. Bibliography lists 8+ sources.
Filename: Homogene.wps

Is There a 'Gay Gene'?
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6 pages in length. Centers around Dr. Dean Hamer's pronouncement of a gay gene linkage within the X chromosome. With a close look at the histories and homosexual tendencies in ancient Greece and Rome, as well as Sparta and Lesbos, considers whether there might indeed be genetic pre-dispositions toward homosexuality in a person's biological makeup. Also includes a discussion on the impact there might be if there is indeed a gay gene. Bibliography includes 5 sources.
Filename: JGAgaygn.wps

LATIN AMERICAN GENDER ROLES AND HOMOSEXUALITY
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This 8 page paper discusses the societal views toward gender roles and homosexuality in the history of Latin America. Specific examples given. Quotes cited from texts. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MBqueer.rtf

Lesbian Couples and Adoption
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A 5 page paper which examines the pros and cons of lesbian couples adopting children. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TGlesado.rtf