Biological Determinism / Our Actions Are Determined by Biology
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A 17 page discussion of the role of genetics in determining behavior. Emphasizes that our actions and behaviors are essentially an interplay of genetics and societal factors but acknowledges that the genetic predisposition for certain behaviors is definite and difficult to overcome. Relies extensively on the ideas presented in Richard Dawkin's The Selfish Gene but backs these ideas up with actual research examples. Uses the counter examples of research indicating that homosexuality is a genetic condition and that research which shows that gender roles are shaped by the environment. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: Biodeter.wps

Biology & Behavior / Nature vs. Nurture
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9 pages on biologically determined behaviors and the nature vs. nurture controversy. Writer finds that many of our more common behaviors do indeed find their roots in biology. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Biolbeha.wps

Birth Order: How It Influences One's Life And Development
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6 pages in length. Is there any truth to the separation of birth order as it relates to how people develop? The scientific community has long attempted to demonstrate a relationship between birth order and personal achievement, as well as personal development, noting that there are distinct characteristics associated to the first, middle and last child. Many sociologists have attempted to pinpoint these respective idiosyncrasies, with findings indicative of quite singular attributes for each birth order child. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCbrthO.wps

Body Language
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A 5 page paper which discusses how body language can be used to communicate honestly, dishonestly, or unintentionally. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAbodylngg.wps

Body Modification
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A twenty page paper which looks at the history and psychology of body modification, particularly in reference to tattooing, piercing, scarification and elective amputation. The writers considers the social aspects of body art and the motivations of those who undergo permanent modifications. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: JLbodymod.wps.

Body Modification as a Way to Express Individuality
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This 7 page paper examines piercing and tattooing. Why do people do it? Various theories are explored. The paper concludes from a social science perspective that it is merely a way to express individuality. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA833bod.rtf

Body Modifications in Mesoamerica
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This 6 page paper considers the different types of body modification including scarification, cranial modification, tooth modification and a range of piercing, which are seen in Mesoamerica. These may start with the Olmecs but were also carried forward and developed by other civilisations such as the Maya, Aztec, Teotihuacán and Toltec. Examining these different permanent modification or mutilations the paper draws parallels with the practices of body modifications today and asserts that this has always been associated with social class and power. The bibliography cites 9 sources.
Filename: TEbodmod.rtf

Bodybuilding: Counterculture
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3 pages in length. Staying fit by maintaining a strong and defined physique is the focal point of many people's lives, inasmuch as they consider their physical well being just as important as their mind. Indeed, the dominant culture of bodybuilding empowers individuals to appreciate the benefits of a sturdy build achieved through the natural course of exercise and diet. However, there is also a counterculture to mainstream bodybuilding that raises questions as to the mental soundness of those who take the otherwise healthy sport to a state of unnatural preoccupation by using steroids to artificially inflate their stature to what many believe is a freakish condition. At issue is how this counterculture has come to erroneously represent the dominant culture because of how steroids have been broad-brushed to include conventional bodybuilding. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCBodybuild.rtf

Boys & Girls Club - Survey
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This 3 page paper begins with a basic introduction to the Boys & Girls Club of America, providing demographic data for members. The essay then presents questions for a survey of employees, volunteers and members. Employees and volunteers are queried about education and training; members are queried about self-development opportunities. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGbgaa.rtf

Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs of America Brochure
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A 2 page brochure (trifold, front and back layout) intended for education about programs offered through this organization seeking to make a difference in the lives of Club members and their families. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSsoc BGCAbro.rtf

Building Student Self-Esteem And Feelings Of Security
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This 6 page paper provides lists of strategies and activities to enhance student self-esteem and feelings of security in their classrooms. Creating a safe and secure environment and building self-esteem will lead to higher achievement. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGslfst.rtf

Buying A Car
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A 6 page paper that considers the economic elements of purchasing a car. This paper evaluates things like: the use of the blue book, getting the best buy, differences between new and used cars, and the long-term implications of car buying. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Carbuy.doc

Can Economic Theory Explain Occupational Pay Diversity
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This 6 page paper responds to two general questions: Why do occupations that are more vital to the society paid so little, e.g., nursing, while occupations that are not as vital, such as financial advisors, paid so much more? Does economic theory explain this type of disparity in wages? The answer to the first question must look to reports and articles addressing the wage/salary disparity between men and women because the answer has to do with gender-based jobs. The answer to the second question is: Economic theory cannot explain this difference. In fact, the writer explains this situation defies economic theory. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGpaydf.rtf

Can Pornography Ever Be Good?
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An 8 page paper which examines whether or not pornography could ever be a good thing. No sources cited.
Filename: RAprnoo.rtf

Can the Reporting of Elections Lessen Symbolic Violence?
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This 3 page paper looks at the concept of symbolic violence as defined by Pierre Bourdieu and how this is reflected in the press and the way in which reporters may perpetuate or help to reduce the levels of symbolic violence. The bibliography cites 1 source.
Filename: TEsymbviol.rtf

Capitalism Impacting Peasants
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Capitalism Impacting Peasants: This 9-page essay examines two tribal factions of our global society, (South America’s, Guarani and Kenya’s, Mau Mau) to illustrate the impact of capitalism on the world’s peasantry. In addition, the post-1848 anti-systemic protests of workers, women and the environmentally conscious are also discussed. In our modern day framework, diverse traditional, cultural methodologies have not yet totally disappeared, but they have been deeply transformed by capitalism. Bibliography lists 4 sources. SNThreeq.doc
Filename: SNThreeq.doc

Career Choices and the “16PF” (Sixteen Personality Factor Assessment): Applications in Counseling
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A 6 page overview of the applicability of this personality assessment test in deciding whether to pursue employment in the counseling occupation. This paper reviews the test results for one fictional individual factor by factor to emphasize that the combination of the factors do indeed suggest compatibility with counseling. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPcounsl.rtf