Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Link to Youth Violence?
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A 6 page paper which examines whether fetal alcohol syndrome is a contributing factor of youth violence. The paper illustrates that fetal alcohol syndrome lessens an individual's control devices and makes them more apt to violence than one who does not suffer from fetal alcohol syndrome. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Foster Care and Social Systems Theory
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This 13 page paper discusses social systems theory in general and foster care specifically and in detail; and touches on reasons why foster care children do poorly in school. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Foster Care and the Formation of Attachments
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This 4 page paper examines the problem that some children have who are either in foster care, or wards of the state, in respect to forming attachments. Relevant literature is reviewed but the paper suggests that more research needs to be done on this topic. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Freud and Little Hans
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This 20 page paper is an in-depth look a the case of Little Hans, a case that concerned a five year old boy who developed a phobia of large animals, especially horses. The paper looks at the background and history of Hans, with his sexual development and interest in his "widdler", the castration anxiety, fear of his father and the Oedipus complex. The paper examines the different anxieties and then considers how these were analyzed and interpreted by Freud before the case is critiqued. The bibliography cites 20 sources.
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Freud on Child Development
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of Freud's maternal attachment theory and underscores its importance for understanding child psychology. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Freud, Erikson, Bandura, Maslow
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In this 6 page paper, the writer explains the basic premises of each theorist named and others. Some premises explained include: the unconscious, Jung's explanation of extrovert vs. introvert, behaviorism, stages of development. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Freud’s Views on Infantile Sexuality and the Meaning of Dreams
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A 5 page overview of Freud’s psychoanalytical thought as revealed by editor Peter Gay in “The Freud Reader”. Gay’s analysis of Freud’s work is directly relevant to two very specific questions: 1. Do dreams have any real psychic significance? 2. Does sexual instinct evolve only during puberty or is it an inherent factor for all age groups? No additional sources are listed.
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Functional and Dysfunctional Families:
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This 5 page paper examines the differences between functional and dysfunctional families. Furthermore, this paper highlights the importance of overcoming obstacles created within the dysfunctional family framework. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: GSFunFam.rtf

Gender Differences Ages 2-6
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A 6 page paper. Are gender differences the result of biological factors, the effect of cultural socialization factors or an amalgamation of the two? This is a question that has been debated for years. This essay discusses how the infant learns gender roles through interaction and play with his or her parents. The writer also reports on numerous research studies that have revealed the kinds of gender differences that exist during these early years with conjectures on how they were developed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Gender Socialization
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This 10 page paper discusses gender socialization and the way in which various factors contribute to the way in which we develop and decide what is and is not "suitable" for each gender. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: HVGenSoc.rtf

Grandparents and Relatives: Shaping Children
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A 4 page paper which examines to what extent grandparents and other relatives, aside from parents, help shape and develop children and their lives. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Group Intervention for Children Exposed to Domestic Violence
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A 4 page investigation of the problems encountered by children who witness domestic violence. These problems can be long-term and severe. One of the more effective forms of address is group intervention. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Group-Centered Perspective on Pervasive Developmental Disorder
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of an assessment of a child with pervasive developmental disorder. This paper goes on to integrate a group-centered perspective and the considers the impact of the views of Erik Erikson on the progression of PDD. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHPDDChi.rtf

Habituation And Violation Of Expectation: Contribution To Knowledge Of Infant Cognition
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9 pages in length. Understanding how infants develop cognitive characteristics is an aspect of scientific study that has been examined from many sides; while some experts believe the learning process is comprised strictly of environmental stimuli, others contend that genetics play an integral role in the final outcome. By using examples to illustrate two experimental paradigms – habituation and violation of expectation – and assess their contribution to knowledge of infant cognition leads one directly to two of the most renown child development theorists: Jean Piaget and Arnold Gesell. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: TLChabit.rtf

Harris's The Nurture Assumption
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This 5 page paper argues that the premises of Harris's controversial work are flawed. Support for the other side is presented. No additional sources cited.
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Herschkowitz/A Good Start in Life
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A 4 page book review of a text on early childhood development. Norbert Herschkowitz is a Swiss pediatrician and his wife, Elinore Chapman Herschkowitz, is an American educator. In their text A Good Start in Life, they collaborate to offer the reading public a comprehensive, yet concise, compilation of basic information on child development during the first six years of life that can serve as a useful reference to all new parents. These authors offer fascinating detail on what science now understands about development, as well as concrete, straightforward suggests that make parenting a little easier. No additional sources cited.
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How Children Respond To The Word 'No'
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A 24 page research paper emphasizing different disciplinary techniques. Emphasis is on how children respond to being told "no." The predominant reaction if rebellion and resentment. Other techniques for saying "no" were explored including Positive Discipline and Induction. Extensive bibliography is included.
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