Should Gays Be Allowed To Adopt Children ?
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A 10 page research paper exploring the question: should gays be allowed to adopt children? Both sides of the 'gay adoption' controversy are presented with an analysis of the arguments offered. Finally, the writer takes and defends a position in favor of gay adpotion rights. Bibliography includes 11 references.
Filename: Gadop.wps

Single parent families
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A paper which looks at academic achievement in children from single parent families, and the social constraints which single parents have to deal with in terms of work and childcare commitments. Bibligraphy lists 4 sources
Filename: JLsingpar.rtf

Single Parenting
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A 9 page overview of the various scenarios that can result in single parent homes. The author contends that while these homes have the potential for adverse impact on child development, they also have the potential to be a positive factor in that development. Bibliography lists sources. Bibliography lists 12 sources
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Single Parenting and Sociological Impact
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5 pages. This paper gives a hard look at the difficulties faced by single parent households and how the government's social programs are in most cases not enough help. Gives the basic key perspectives as to the problems in raising children when there is only one breadwinner in the family. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGA1prnt.rtf

Sins of the Father - Children's Crimes & Adult Accountability
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A 5 page paper that argues that parents should be held accountable for the crimes that their children commit if society ever hopes to put an end to these tragedies. Discussed are the circumstances that surrounded the Columbine shooting in 1999 and the Flint, Michigan shooting in 2000 and how both cases reflect parental negligence. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: LCCrimes.doc

Sitcoms Of The 50's & 60's -- Media Portrayal Of The American Family
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A 14 page research paper on the history of situational comedies ("sitcoms") and their presentation of the American family during the 1950's and 60's. The writer discusses specific shows, their characters, and the degree of reality presented by them and their on-screen families. Comparisons are made between yesterday and today regarding TV's portrayal of divorce, social problems, etc; Bibliography lists approximately 10 sources.
Filename: Sitcom60.wps

Social Analysis Of A Puzzling Relationship
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5 pages in length. Couples remain together for a number of reasons when it seems to the external eye that the two people are clearly not meant to do so. This particular couple demonstrates a relationship comprised of antagonism, disrespect, emotional abuse, conflict and without attachment (either tangible or emotive), appreciation or support of any kind. What sounds more like a pair of incompatible college students forced to room together for the school year, this married couple has absolutely no redeeming values that would otherwise hold this relationship together yet they remain so quite incredulously. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCpuzrelat.rtf

Social Aspects of Fertility Drug Use
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An 8 page paper discussing the social costs of artificially-induced multiple births. The likelihood of achieving a full term pregnancy decreases with increased numbers of fetuses, which translates to greater costs associated with birth and first-year support. Some of these children need lifetime support, but all are the center of educational and logistical problems that can have social effect. The technology allowing couples to avoid higher order multiple births, but many in fertility programs do not receive counseling in the options open to them. While those with children can sympathize with those desperately wanting to conceive, the current results of fertility drug use must be seen as being negative for society. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: KSfertilityD.wps

Social Learning: Applicability of the Theories of Albert Bandura to Oral Hygiene Instruction in a Homeless Shelter
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A 5 page discussion of the motivational theory behind dental hygiene. The author stresses that dental hygiene is a necessary component of good health. The observation is made, however, that in the homeless environment dental hygiene often falls by the wayside. A necessary focus of the homeless shelter, therefore, should be to reinstill the importance of good dental hygiene. A variety of motivational philosophies are reviewed with an emphasis on those by Albert Bandura. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPbandu1.rtf

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 RESEARCH AND METHDOLOGY: AN OVERVIEW
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This 20-page paper examines examples of two research methodologies (interpretative and quantitative) through examining two sociological studies. Questions asked include limitations of these studies, as well as whether the methodologies used were the correct ones. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTsocrea.rtf

Social Security Disability Appeal
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This 5 page paper provides an overview the social security disabilty appeal process, including a view of SSI and DIB (Disabilty Insurance Benefits). This paper outlines the steps for an appeal. In addition, this paper also relates some information about a case in which an appeal is pending. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MHSSICASE.rtf

Social Service Program for Teen Pregnancy
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7 pages in length. This paper introduces a social services program into a rural school system which previously had no social services system in place. One of the major services of this system will be to help and support through the use of direct, indirect, and prevention services, a program to lower the rate of teen pregnancy. There will also be an evaluation of this program. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: JGAtpreg.wps

Social Services & The Homeless Mentally Ill
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A 7 page research paper discussing the severely mentally ill person who is also homeless. The specific question posed was: what services are most needed and how best to provide those services? The paper is divided into these sections: introduction, including statistics on homeless population; who is homeless; and reaching out to the homeless mentally ill person. Extensive bibliography is included.
Filename: Homeill.wps

Social Services / Self-Help Groups in New Jersey
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A 5 page look at non-profit social services organizations located in the State of New Jersey. Focusing upon advocacy services, pregnancy hotlines, the State Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse, the "Self-Help Clearinghouse," and more-- the writer pinpoints the backgrounds and specific services offered by each group. No Bibliography.
Filename: Njsocisv.wps

Social Services in Orange County, New York
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Social Services in Orange County, New York : This 4 page paper highlights social services in the county and compares it with the rest of the state. The subject of welfare cuts in the state of New York is addressed and the city of Newburgh is discussed as a problematic area. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Orange. rtf
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Social Welfare in Twentieth Century America
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This 9 page paper looks at social programs and charity for three different eras. The Reagan years are discussed as well as Clintonian America. A great deal of emphasis is placed on F.D.R.'s stint as president during the Great Depression. Changes in social work and charity are duly noted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA249FDR.rtf