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19 Oct 2024

How do different media portray gender?

Essay - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Gender bias has been a significant challenge in society for decades. It describes the unjust treatment or prejudice directed towards specific people or groups because of their gender (Llorens et al., 2021). Today's media greatly influences societal norms and perceptions concerning gender....

19 Oct 2024

Decriminalization of Responsible Drug Use - Annotated Bibliography

Litterature review - 4 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The document briefly comments on bibliographic references, then gives an outline on the subject of decriminalization of responsible drug use. Excerpt: 'The problem of decriminalization of responsible drug use requires policy reform as a solution to fight drug-related harms by focusing on...

18 Oct 2024

Nurturing Positive Childhood Experiences: Initiatives Empowering Families Facing Adversity

Essay - 5 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Social disadvantage comprises numerous issues caused by poverty, discrimination, or lack of resources. It can also be induced by generational marginalization. Insufficient food or shelter, family stress and trauma, poor educational and medical facilities, and environmental contamination are...

18 Oct 2024

Ethical Boundaries in Social Work

Case study - 3 pages - Sociology & social sciences

In this case study, we are confronted with a complex ethical problem involving Chris, who requests confidential information about Pat and Pat's cousin, two individuals facing significant personal challenges and receiving support from social services. (...) The main focus of this paper is to...

18 Oct 2024

Family Violence Intervention Program (FVIP) - Still Outstanding

Case study - 3 pages - Sociology & social sciences

By way of the thorough analysis accomplished, this essay examines the wide range of facets of the FVIP program led by Still Outstanding, including its goal of increased autonomy, the array of social services provided and the foremost target populations, which are the core contributors to the...

18 Oct 2024

Lifespan Development: Analyzing the Life of Nelson Mandela

Biography - 6 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Human development is a journey that complexly complies with the influences of nature and nurture. This paper examines how Nelson Mandela, one of the most influential people, had his life tremendously shaped by diversity and life experiences. It was in South Africa, divided by racial segregation,...

18 Oct 2024

Gender Dynamics in Everyday Spaces: An Analysis of Drexel Campus and Popular Media

Case study - 3 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Gender dynamics are a critical factor defining how we accord importance and interact within different spheres, like the Drexel campus and magazine and music media representations. This article discusses the presence of gendered space on the Drexel campus and reveals the ways the media portrays an...

18 Oct 2024

Coping Strategies of Female Domestic Violence

Essay - 3 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Domestic violence remains a major universal issue against women. WHO reports that one in three women will be subjected to physical or sexual violence by their lifetime partners at some point in their lives (Baholo et al., 2015). Surviving and leaving these relationships takes incredible...

18 Oct 2024

Examining the Social Construction of Ethnic Divisions in Global Conflicts

Case study - 5 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Ethnic conflicts have a long and tragic history, leaving societies all over the world deeply scarred. In Peru, the historical animosity between indigenous peoples and mestizos is played out so indelibly and painfully as it underlines the effect of historical grievances and entrenched disparities....

18 Oct 2024

Frankenstein, Volume III - Mary Shelley (1818); Feminist Criticism of the Social Sciences - Marcia Westcott (1979); The Elephant Man - David Lynch (1980) - The devaluation of women

Artwork commentary - 4 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The widespread silencing of women's voices in the past, often placing them on the periphery of their narratives, provides a context for the analysis of gender representation in cultural narratives. This paper examines the representation and treatment of women in Mary Shelley's...

18 Oct 2024

Roles and Talents of Probation Officers

Case study - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

In the old days, penalties of imprisonment and floggings were the hallmarks of PO harshness; infractions resulted in fines and imprisonment. Now, it is a "coaching" model, a team-working approach, where the PO and offender support each other to promote a change of behavior (Lovins et al., 2018)....

17 Oct 2024

Observations of Fisher Library: An Exploration of the Ordinary

Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

In examining everyday life within the confines of Fisher Library, I adopted a framework inspired by Ben Highmore's reflection on every day: "How does everyday life feel to you? Do the habits and routines of the day-to-day press down on you like a dull weight? Do they comfort you with their...

17 Oct 2024

Status of Dramatic Serials in India and South Korea

Case study - 4 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Television dramas can provide a wealth of information about different nations' cultures and social dynamics. This comparative analysis explores the dramatic serials produced in India and South Korea. In this comparative study, we examine the dramatic serials in India and South Korea, which...

12 Oct 2024

Student Veteran Retention at PWIs and Discrimination in Higher Education

Case study - 7 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Student veterans have particular difficulties to overcome during college transition, including adjusting to civilian life, handling disabilities, and finding a balance between work, studies, and family. Students who have served in the armed forces may encounter particular difficulties in college...

12 Oct 2024

Rights of Students with Disabilities Who Are Homeless

Essay - 3 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The experience of homeless students with disabilities serves as a poignant reminder that the educational system must confront the intersection of different forms of vulnerabilities. The story revolves strategically around the inception of disability rights law and ends with the adoption of laws...

12 Oct 2024

Refugee Mental Health and Social Justice - Research Study

Dissertation - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The plight of refugees is often characterized by harrowing tales of displacement, fleeing conflict, persecution, and other traumatic experiences that leave lasting scars on their mental well-being. With the huge pandemonium of mass migration, refugees deal with many tasks both physically and...

12 Oct 2024

Progress Report: Changing Conceptions of Romance Due To Technological Advancement

Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

This progress report details the research conducted thus far for my final presentation on the topic of "Changing Conceptions of Romance Due To Technological Advancement." This exploration will observe the sizable effect technology has on how we meet, join, and build romantic relationships inside...

11 Oct 2024

Policy Evaluation Briefing - Social Engineering

Presentation - 4 pages - Sociology & social sciences

This briefing will evaluate the current policies available to tackle social engineering. Social engineering has become a menace in the world of technology today and affects almost everyone who uses technology. Technology has evolved rapidly over the past couple of decades, causing cybercrimes to...

11 Oct 2024

Playlist Paper - Intimate relationships

Tutorials/exercises - 8 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The study of human intimate relationships holds significant importance, as these relationships profoundly impact our overall wellbeing and satisfaction in life. This paper explores three crucial concepts: matching, the mere-exposure effect, symmetry, and their relevance in understanding and...

11 Oct 2024

Is there a relationship between social interaction and cognitive function among college students?

Dissertation - 3 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The study takes into account the links between social interaction and the cognitive performance of college students. The hypothesis could be formulated as a positive link interaction with the frequency of socialisation and cognitive abilities. A minimum of 20 students will take part in the study...

11 Oct 2024

Investigating the Cybercrimes Related with IOT Based Home Appliances

Dissertation - 16 pages - Sociology & social sciences

This paper covers four areas: introduction, literature review, results and recommendations, and conclusion. In the introduction, the paper delineates its research objective: to identify cyber threats of IoT-based home appliances and to propose actions for their reduction. The literature review...

11 Oct 2024

Inclusive Architecture for College Students With Autism: Enhancing Academic Success and Social Inclusion

Dissertation - 14 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The research explores the invaluable role of inclusive architecture in enhancing academic performance and community among autistic college students. With a focus on investigating the role of inclusive design in the learning environments of children with autism, this paper will present the...

11 Oct 2024

Harvesting Hope: Strategies For the Revitalization of Rural Churches Amidst the Ongoing Impact of Covid-19

Case study - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

This research paper contributes to churches' immediate and ever-changing situations post-COVID-19. A tremendous experience of over thirty years working as a preacher and a pastor is significant to me. I am motivated by this journey because of the rural church community of which I am a part....

11 Oct 2024

Growing Body Dysmorphia Issues Among Females and accepting body image in children

Tutorials/exercises - 4 pages - Sociology & social sciences

There is no corner that social media has not pervaded in our lives, making it an inexorable place of scrutiny for beauty and lifestyle choices. I am a young woman and, thus, am already considerably aware of the pressure to look and live in a specific way, a lot of which many claim the carefully...

11 Oct 2024

CSWE Core Competencies

Tutorials/exercises - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The CSWE Core Competencies outlined in CSWE EPAS 2015 guidelines offer a detailed framework for social education. These competencies are vital in preparing students for professional practice. One of the core competencies is to identify as a professional social worker. This competency requires...

11 Oct 2024

The Impact of Mobile Phones on Social Relationships

Essay - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

The impact of mobile phones on social relationships, especially among adolescents, has been a topic of much discussion and debate. While some argue that mobile phones facilitate wider social connections and access to information, others contend that excessive mobile phone use negatively affects...

11 Oct 2024

Asian Americans

Case study - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

To start the study of Asians in the United States who are not as feared as immigrants from other origins, we could use the traditional approaches of Functionalism, Conflict Theory and Symbolic Interactionism to the statistical and descriptive information from López et al. (2017).

28 Sep 2024

Reasons and Consequences of Child Abuse

Essay - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Child abuse is a deeply troubling issue that affects millions of children worldwide, leaving long-lasting emotional, psychological, and physical scars. It refers to any act or series of acts that harm or potentially harm a child's well-being. While the causes of child abuse are complex, they...

07 Jun 2024

The Guardian, Six myths about sleep: if you got up early to read this, you're in trouble - Paul Kelley (2015) - How does the lack of sleep affect our society?

Text commentary - 2 pages - Sociology & social sciences

It's generally acknowledged that sleep represents a major part of our lives, however, we tend to underestimate the importance of quality sleep. The article "Six myths about sleep" was adapted from the Guardian in October 2015 and tackles the issue of sleep. This issue is linked with social...

21 May 2024

Comparative Research Project - Ethics of Vaccination

Summary - 3 pages - Sociology & social sciences

Vaccination gives humans and living beings immunity against some viruses, allowing humans and animals to live longer, as they can now be protected. Vaccination is a very important procedure in several countries, as it can provide people with general immunity. However, some vaccination campaigns...