Diversity & Cultural Nationalism
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An 8 page essay on cultural diversity and its convolutions in political, social and religious intermarriages. The paper focuses on the African American, Asian, Islamic, and Jewish interrelationships (or lack of ) formed in the United States. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Afriturk.wps

The Transformation of the American Family: The Pursuit of Individualism
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48 page thesis Research utilizes historic theories of Hegel, Durkheim, Marx, and many others to illustratively prove points. Bibliography lists well over 40 references.
Filename: Amerfami.wps

Spousal Abuse: A Bibliography
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This 3 page paper provides an outline of a study of the problem of spousal abuse and outlines a bibliography of sources for this topic. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHAbuBib.rtf

The Catholic Church / Sex & Marriage
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In this 5 page paper the author discusses whether it is wrong to have sex outside the sanctity of marriage? The Catholic Church says most definitely, but in today's more liberal society, this notion might not be as widely accepted as in the past. The writer talks about how sex, marriage and chastity still hold firm within the religion. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Cathsex.wps

Woman, Violence, Substance Abuse & the Family / Implications for Social Work
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As an increasing number of women with children seek services from providers in the social services community, understanding the major issues facing these women has become a significant task. Social service providers have noted three prevalent problems in female populations seeking services: domestic and interpersonal violence, substance abuse and the presence of children or pregnancies without resources to provide care. This 10 page paper provides an overview of four empirical studies conducted to consider the problems facing women seeking social services and then evaluates the implications for social work. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Soclwork.wps

Administrative Skills Needed in a Child Care Center
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A 5 page research paper that examines the requirements of what is needed to open a child care center. The writer demonstrates that this is complicated business that requires an administrator who has to be an educator, a negotiator, and a good public relations expert. It requires someone who has empathy and compassion, who loves children and let's it show; but it also requires someone who is a rock-solid businessperson who understands the ends and outs of payroll and how to provide a quality service while keeping an eye on the overhead. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Adminchi.wps

Boys & Absent Fathers
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A 6 page paper on single-parent homes in regards to sons and the fathers who are absent from the home. There are many reasons why the family of today is filled with households where the father is not present. These various reasons are addressed as well as the effects these absences have on the male children of such households. The main focus is on the boy whose family has been essentially abandoned by the father and the problems this may cause, both as a child, as well as lingering problems that exist well into adulthood. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Boysfath.wps

Child Custody
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This 30 page paper provides an overview of child custody issues in the United States, highlighting examples from today’s headlines. The O.J. Simpson case is looked at as are a few other notable ones such as the situation where a mother who put her child in day care lost custody because of it. Sections focus on the typical divorce scenario inclusive of the differences between custody designations, custody issues of parents who had never married , the role of the grandparent, and finally, the wishes of the child. The law as it pertains to gay and lesbian couples is also discussed. Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: SA27Cust.wps

Childcare Facilities Within the Workplace
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In 5 pages the author discusses childcare in the workplace. " In order to offer the family what it needs, companies of the 21st century will have to develop childcare facilities within the workplace. It is vitally important for the employee to have her or his day care needs met. The company's doing this makes for better a relationship between the company and the employee." Annotated Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Childcar.wps

Domestic Violence In New Jersey
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10 pages in length. New Jersey reflects but one of fifty states in America where domestic violence has reached epidemic proportions. It is also the most aggressive state to address the issue. In an outright attempt to decrease the ever-increasing incidents of domestic violence, New Jersey has passed the most sweeping laws in the nation. The writer discusses domestic violence as it relates to New Jersey. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Domvionj.wps

Gender Roles in Society
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This 5 page paper explores several sociological theories in terms of how society has been ordered to render the male the dominant sex. Feminist ideology is explored as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Gndrole.wps

Going About Child Care the Right Way
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A 5 page paper presenting a hypothetical research involving child care. Evidence shows that child care, in large doses, is very unhealthy. Child care, if used, should be in limited doses. The hypothetical research includes going to a day care center and offering a questionnaire to the teachers and the parents as well as observation. Additional information for the research may also be obtained from schools, public mental health clinics, and family therapists. This information can be used to evaluate the amount of influence child care may have on problems with children and families. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Chilcare.wps

Hochman’s “Growing Pains” / Truth & Openness
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A 3 page analysis of Anndee Hochman’s essay on the enduring bond of family relationships. Hochman’s decision to reveal that she is a lesbian tests the strength of these bonds. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Hochman.wps

Interracial Marriage
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This 8 page paper takes a look at interracial marriage from a sociological perspective. David Popenoe’s ideas are highlighted throughout and statistics on changes over the past few decades on intermarriage are reported. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Intrmarr.wps

Los Angeles And Homeless Latinos
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A 20 page paper which addresses the issue of homelessness in Los Angeles, with specific reference to the Latino population. Issues, other than dire situations, addressed include positive contributions such as recent small businesses. Also included is some economical information which is directly related to the Latino population and medical insurance. While these subjects are not necessarily directly related to the issue of homelessness among the Latino, they are relevant concerns in that they help to demonstrate the various circumstances involving the Latino population in Los Angeles. These sections are followed by a discussion of various studies which illustrate some of the statistical conditions which involve the Latinos and homelessness. The last section discusses some of the programs and various organizations which are attempting to change the current situations of homelessness. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Latihome.wps

Mainstream America’s View of Its Latino Population
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A 6 page paper discussing American perceptions toward Latinos. Hispanics represent the fastest-growing ethnic group in America. Their numbers are expected to exceed that of African-Americans by 2005, and it is expected that by the year 2050 they will represent fully 25 percent of the total American population. Marketers have discovered the purchasing power of the Latino population and have made demographic "discoveries" of the family values and unity that characterize much of this group that actually represents at least 17 different subcultures. Individual contact and a diminishing language barrier are seen as keys to furthering the trend of increasing favorable view of this group as a whole. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Latpop.wps

Marriage In Historical Context
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the book A History of Marriage Systems by G. Robina Quale. Additionally, the paper discusses marriage as an institution in both history and in the context of sociology. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Marrsys.wps