Ruthellen Josselson's "The Space Between Us"
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This 5 page research paper provides a critical analysis to consider the importance of the sociology text, The Space Between Us, by Ruthellen Josselson. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Betweenu.wps

School Violence / Anti-Violence Programs & Conflict Resolution
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An 8 page outline of the problem of school violence and what is being done across the nation to combat it. The writer outlines several successful anti-violence and conflict resolution programs that have been incorporated in schools. Emphasizes one innovative program from Jacksonville Florida that developed distance learning curriculum. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Schlconf.wps

School Violence: A National Epidemic
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A 12 page paper examining this issue in the light of the shootings in Littleton, CO. The paper delves deeply into the many conflicting theories on the causes and solutions of the epidemic of school violence, and concludes that parents, schools, and society share the blame. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KBschool.wps

Setting Up the Social Work Group
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This 12 page paper evaluates the remedial model in respect to group counseling. How social workers can set up groups effectively is addressed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA405swg.rtf

Shared Retrospective Research - Group Therapy & Inner Childhood Issues
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A 5 page paper that examines the psychological and sociological treatments of group therapy and psychodrama and explains the benefits this type of treatment offers individuals who suffer from problems stemming from inner childhood issues or trauma. Included is a brief history of the group therapy treatment process as it was developed and defined by Dr. Jacob Moreno in the early twentieth century. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: LCShared.doc

Similarities in Counseling Adults and Adolescents
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A 5 page research paper that discusses the similarities between counseling for adults and counseling for adolescents. In order to do this, the writer compares adult and adolescent counseling for sexual abuse and argues that, based on these observations, the two areas are quite similar when it comes to basics. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khsimaa.wps

Social Needs Assessment Strategy for the Homeless
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A 6 page discussion of the assessment process for homeless clients. Emphasizes that while these clients typically need temporary shelter as well as food, clothing, and jobs but long-term intervention is often needed as well. The case counselor must be able to assess both the initial long-term needs of these clients in the short time frame of one interview so that appropriate arrangements may be made for obtaining shelter, meeting the immediate needs of the client, and steering that client in a direction which will also address their long-term needs. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPhomels.wps

Social Service Agency Overview
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4 pages in length. Mental illness is certainly no laughing matter, but it also should not be held in such seriousness that the individual afflicted with the disease feels like an outsider. Taking a resolute yet uplifting approach to counseling the mentally ill, the Western Carolina Center (WCC) in Morganton, North Carolina brings forth a refreshingly positive – if not friendly – ambiance to the social services setting. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCSocSrvc.rtf

Social Work Has a Duty To "Warn and Protect"
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(5 pp) There are some who have stated it is "the duty of the social worker to warn and protect" their clients. Although there may be some dissention concerning the word, "duty," this discussion will show that is indeed the overall aim of the professional social worker. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BB-scwrk.doc

Social Work: Dealing with an Unlikable Client
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This 3 page paper discusses the case of Betty S., and a therapist's possible reaction to her personally and to her situation. It argues that despite the fact that the initial reaction could well be one of disgust, the therapist must pull away from making any sort of judgment if he is to engage in effective intervention.
Filename: HVBettyS.rtf

Social work: listening and communication skills
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A paper which looks at the nature of listening skills in social work, in relation to the social worker's interaction with the client and also in terms of interdisciplinary communications. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JLlistsk2.rtf

Spirituality & Religion in Counseling
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A 6 page research paper/essay that considers the integration of spirituality and religion with therapeutic techniques within the framework of counseling. In increasing numbers, health practitioners, clinicians and therapeutic counselors are realizing that spirituality and religion are an indispensable component of human life. Furthermore, these professionals are increasingly realizing that the incorporation of spiritual and religious elements within the framework of counseling or health care facilitates the healing process and promotes the achievement of positive client outcomes. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khsprcon.rtf

Stopping Drug Abuse Before It Begins
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A 15 page presentation & proposal designed to fulfill an unmet need in an inner-city community. The writer discusses how a social services center can be used to gather support from parents & teachers in proactively taking kids off the streets and helping them to avoid drug use before ever starting. Relevant social theories, constituents involved, and a plan for presenting the idea to the local government are presented. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: Unmet.wps

Structural Analysis of Human Behavior in the Social Environment
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A 4 page paper assessing the case of Client X, a 52-year-old Puerto Rican American woman having difficulty dealing with the absence of the traditional Hispanic extended family support structure so closely attached to the Hispanic culture. Unmet expectations can be devastating for the individual taken unaware. Client X should be able to examine and rationalize events and conditions and be able to accept things as they are, but she first will need to discover her own expectations and their origins. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSsocTheoInd.rtf

Substance Abuse Counseling For Diverse Populations
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A 5 page paper that begins with results of a study regarding access to treatment for certain racial/ethnic groups. The next issue discussed has to do with the counselor's cultural competence when working with diverse populations. The writer discusses issues regarding counseling the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered populations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGsbabcl.rtf

Substance Abuse Treatment Programs
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A 12 page paper that explores present treatments for substance abuse. The paper is a discussion and comparison of twelve-step programs, individual therapy, family system therapies, and group therapies--but focuses primarily on the synthesis of these treatment programs, which mirrors current practice. The paper also provides statistics from several comparative analyses on the success of these program types. Bibliography lists twelve sources.
Filename: Subabuse.wps

Support Groups / Mentally Retarded Adults & Their Parents
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A 5 page research paper that discusses the need for and benefits of support groups for mentally retarded or developmentally disabled adults. Discussion of the benefits of the same sort of support group for parents of adult children with developmental disabilities is also offered. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Supptgrp.wps