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ADHD, 2006.
A discussion on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
2,974 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 141.95
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This paper begins with a brief review of ADHD and continues to discuss the causes of the disorder. The other also discusses its diagnosis and treatment. The author expands on the role of the school in dealing with children with ADHD and offers truths on common myths. In the conclusion, information on ADHD in adulthood is given.
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Introduction
Causes
Diagnosis
Treatment
ADHD and School
Myths About ADHD
ADHD in Adulthood
Bibliography
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"Schools can play a helpful role in the use of medication. Very often, the effect of medication can best be observed at school, which is structured and has specific expectations. While often parents look to teachers to report back regarding how well medication is working, some think that having more trained observers might benefit the process of medication management. In one study, the researchers surveyed school psychologists to see how many of them included observation for reports of response to medication as part of their jobs. "
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Pro-Prayers, 2006.
A discussion regarding the controversial issue of prayers at school.
1,438 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 77.95
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This paper discusses how prayers in schools have mostly been touted as activities that violate the rights to religious freedom. According to the paper, many parents feel that since they do not believe in God, their children must not be asked to recite the name of God in schools. The paper further discusses whether the name of God should be removed from schools and if not what would be the benefits of keeping this tradition in the schools.
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"Every child needs something greater than himself to hold on to. They need to understand that when they are being asked to do something good and avoid evil, there are rewards waiting for them from that highest power. I feel there is nothing wrong with reciting prayers and pledge in schools because it leads to the creation of a better and more responsible society where caste and creed differences can be minimized since everyone is looking up to the same power i.e. God and pledging allegiance to the same country i.e. America. The opponents however feel that the law should be secular in nature, it should not seek to support of 'advance' any one religion and thirdly it must not give evidence of government's intervention in religious matters. They feel that Pledge of Allegiance does not sound secular because of the word God in it; secondly it does seem to promote the belief that God is present and He is one. This means that even if no particular religion is being promoted, the pledge does contain words which make it religious in nature and give everyone an impression that government endorses and agree with Christian religious beliefs of monotheism. The law also violates the establishment clause, which calls for separation of church and state. (Ostling, 2001)"
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Bulimia Nervosa, 2007.
This paper examines the symptoms and treatment of bulimia nervosa.
1,644 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 86.95
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This paper presents a thorough discussion of bulimia nervosa, including its symptoms, the damage it may potentially cause and treatment. The author examines new theories behind the development of this condition. Additionally,the paper outlines who is at risk for becoming bulimic. The paper concludes with treatment options, citing which patients may have positive outcomes, and the personality traits that lead to less successful outcomes.
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"The term bulimia is derived from the Greek word for ox hunger and depicts the extreme nature of binge eating. Cases of bulimia nervosa, which is characterized by binge eating and purging, were not reported until the 1970s. The formal criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition (DSM-IV), require that both the binge eating and the compensatory behavior occur, on average, at least twice a week for a period of three months: "Purging or other compensatory weight-loss measures: regular self-induced vomiting or misuse of laxatives or diuretics in the purging type; other inappropriate compensatory behavior, such as fasting or excessive exercise, in the nonpurging type." There are three main modes of purging: self-induced vomiting, abuse of laxatives, and misuse of diuretics. Most patients with bulimia induce vomiting with a finger, but some use ipecac. As the illness progresses, many can vomit reflexively without mechanical stimulation. The medical complications of bulimia nervosa are related to the mode and frequency of purging, whereas in anorexia nervosa, they arise as a result of starvation (restricting) and weight loss. "
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Scoliosis, 2006.
A look at adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.
1,322 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 72.95
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This paper discusses adolescent idiopathic scoliosis which is defined as a lateral spinal curvature of greater than 10 degrees and for which no pathological cause can be determined and the initial assessment focuses on the identification of any treatable underlying pathology. According to the paper, this condition is probably genetic. The paper further discusses the symptoms of the condition and related problems.
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"For patients with a curve severe enough to require surgery (greater than 45 degrees in adolescents and greater that 50 degrees in adults), rod placement and bone grafting may be necessary to achieve partial or complete correction (Greiner). Surgical intervention may improve the curve, unlike bracing that is intended merely to stop curve progression (Bassett). Arthrodesis, or fusion, of the vertebrae in the corrected position will keep the spine in the corrected position (Bassett). Bone is usually taken from the iliac crest to use as bone graft and to facilitate spinal fusion, however allograft bone may also be used (Bassett). Usually, fusion of the spine becomes solid about six months postoperatively, and then the majority of patients are permitted to resume normal physical activities (Bassett). "
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Drug Abuse, 2006.
A discussion regarding the use of illicit drugs in the USA.
1,270 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 70.95
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This paper takes a look at the issue of drug abuse in the United States and the impact it has on American society. According to the paper, more than a third of the population have tried at least one form of banned drug. The paper discusses how the three drugs that are commonly abused are ecstasy, methamphetamine and marijuana.
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"First-time users often claim that methamphetamine made them feel like Superman, as if they could accomplish anything, however that first-time high is difficult to repeat, which causes the individual to use more and more (Ladika). While meth initially heightens concentration and increases alertness, the "honeymoon period" is fairly short and many people move into addiction, which can take a toll on physical and mental health (Ladika). In addition to a decline in personal hygiene, because meth decreases blood flow, it can cause an itching sensation that causes the users to scratch themselves repeatedly, leading to skin lesions (Ladika). The decreased blood supply may also damage the soft tissue of the gums, and the chemicals within meth attack the tooth enamel, causing what is referred to as "meth mouth," with teeth decaying down to the gum line (Ladika). According to a study at the University of California, Los Angeles, which used high-resolution MRIs, meth destroys the areas of the brain that control memory, emotion and reward systems, and regular users lose approximately 1 percent of their brain cells each year, "which is comparable to the effect of Alzheimer's disease" (Ladika). Meth can also increase the chance for a stroke and high blood pressure, and can cause mood swings, paranoia and anxiety (Ladika)."
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Sex Tourism, 2006.
A discussion regarding the economy of sex tourism and the role it plays in society.
2,631 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 128.95
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This paper defines the term 'sex tourism' and the issues surrounding this topic. The paper discusses the role that underage children play in the sex tourism industry and the devastating consequences that it has on these abused children. The paper then goes on to define 'rape' and the statistics of rape and sexual crimes world wide.
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"The fact that the demand exists for child sex tourism and that child sex tourism is an extremely lucrative industry for everyone but the prostitutes, would seem to suggest that the industry fills a gap. In order to determine whether or not the sex tourism industry meets the sexual needs of men, it is important to discover whether the sexual needs of men include having sex with people who are not in a position to refuse and/or having sex with children. Therefore, one must look at the history of both rape and pedophilia, and whether those two sexual activities fill sexual or other needs, to be able to determine whether or not the sex tourism industry exists to fulfill the sexual needs of men."
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Surrogate Parenting, 2006.
A discussion regarding the legal and ethical issues and complications surrounding surrogate parenting.
1,017 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 57.95
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This paper takes a look at the new and emerging reproductive technologies used today to help couples with fertility issues to have children. The paper focuses specifically on surrogate parenting, discussing the legal and ethical issues that can complicate surrogacy.
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"The most commonly raised question is: are we not commercialization children by severing the bond between the natural mother and the child? Closely connected to this question are the feelings of the natural mother who might not want to give up the child once he is born. The legal cases in this regard have only further complicated the whole issue. The baby M case is one of the most well known cases of surrogacy parenting in the US. In 1986, Mary Beth Whitehead entered into a contract with Elizabeth and Daniel Stern to bear a child for them using husband's sperm. However when the child was born, Mary Beth refused to give up the custody which resulted in a bitter battle where many legal and ethical questions surfaced. It was decided by the court that while Sterns would keep the child, Whitehead would have visitation rights. This is not something common because it is decided prior to the birth of the child that natural mother would have no contact with him/her. This brings us to the philosophical question: Who exactly is a mother and what precisely is motherhood?"
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Sexual Education in American Schools, 2007.
A discussion on the importance of accurate sexual education in American schools.
3,257 words (approx. 13.0 pages), 13 sources, APA, AU$ 151.95
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This paper explains the role of social workers in providing sexual education in American schools. The need for such programming is described in light of students developing healthy sexuality while being aware of potential risks. It views social workers as part of the process of sexual education, and encourages them to be prepared to provide unbiased, truthful information. The paper further argues against the current trend towards abstinence-only sexuality education, which has left students unprepared for real-life sexual situations.
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"Sexuality is an important and integral part of human relationships and society, and the social worker plays an important role in providing information and support for people that will lead to healthy sexuality. Although it is ideal that sexual education begin in the home, many young people receive their only reliable information about sex from school education programs and services provided by social agencies. Sexuality does not begin at marriage; it is a lifelong process that has biological, emotional, psychological, and social factors. (Synovitz, 2002) Sexual education helps young people develop an understanding of sexuality, develop a positive view of their own bodies, and aids them in making responsible decisions. Today, there is a great deal of controversy surrounding sexual education, and students are at risk of receiving inaccurate information on the subject, or not receiving this information that is vital to their health at all. Despite the fact that young people are exposed to more unavoidable sexual images in the media today than ever before, many groups of people believe it is harmful for children to receive detailed, accurate information about sex, even though this may be the only way to prevent them from hurting themselves or others due to the misinformation received through non-educational sources. Sex education has actually been a normal part of schooling since the early 1900s, and the recent trend towards abstinence-only education is a harmful one. With the prevalence of teenage sex, sexually-transmitted diseases, unwanted pregnancies, and explicit sexual content in the media, it is important that young people receive complete information about sexuality, not simply that it is best to wait until marriage to have it. Social workers must be involved in complete sexual education without judgment through schools and social agencies, and help others understand why abstinence-only education puts youth in harm's way."
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Children Who Divorce their Parents, 2006.
This paper argues that children have the right to divorce their parents.
1,940 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 99.95
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This paper explains that getting a divorce from one's parents is an extension of the principle that children are legally competent to identify their own best interests in major decisions such as issues regarding education, abortion and foster care. The author points out that the child should have to show proof that he or she has tried counseling and available services for reconciliation and resolving the conflict before seeking a divorce. The paper argues that the child's basic rights take precedence over competing claims and considerations, are self-authenticating and are not based on duties: Parents do not have a fundamental right to determine the course of their child's life.
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"The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child was ratified by every country except the United States and Somalia. The U.S. and Somalia refused because they though it was too radical and that the Convention was hostile to the rights of parents. Canada, however, did sign in 1990 and then undertook at all levels of government to abide by its entitlements. Critics point out, and it's true, that the Convention subverts absolute parental authority over their children. Opponents cry it will lead to child anarchy, but the idea that parents own their children has eroded in recent years, and the Convention found it to be paternalistic."
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Neglecting Fathers, 2006.
A look at the role of the father in the life of a child.
1,166 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 65.95
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This paper takes a look at the role and responsibilities of a father in the life of a child. According to the paper, the role of the father extends far beyond that of just financial support. The paper discusses how a neglecting father is one who fails to fulfill these basic responsibilities.
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"Rationalizing collection efforts at child support payments will certainly and significantly improve the overall well-being of children nationwide through an increase of provisions for foods, clothing, educational supplies and child care (Land 2000). But experts agree that visitation is far more important than child support in meeting the child's physical, emotional, mental, moral and social needs. Visitation is the contact point between the absent father and the child and it is only during visitations that the father is able to provide the guidance and nurturing the child needs for healthy development. The non-custodial father also benefits from visitations when his sense of emotional loss, anger, depression and role discontinuity are reduced. Far more importantly, the child adjusts to his parents' separation and finds a chance to continue growing and developing physically, emotionally, spiritually and mentally."
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Cause and Treatment of Trauma in Children, 2006.
A review of research regarding the most effective approach to dealing with and treating children who have experienced trauma of some form.
1,471 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 78.95
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This research summary shows that different approaches are considered when helping children who have experienced trauma. The paper reviews these different approaches and discusses how in most of these cases, the direction is on having the child be supported by others who have also undergone the trauma. According to the paper, this is either in addition to or in lieu of individual therapy, depending on the severity of the trauma. The child can then recognize that he/she is not alone.
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"Children living in violent areas of world, including the United States, often undergo traumatic experiences. In their study, Horowitz, McKay, and Marshall (2005) conducted a study to better understand the affect of community-level stressors, coping strategies, and resources to prevent exposure to violence or to mitigate its effects in an inner-city community. Parents and children took part in focus groups, and children also completed standardized instruments. The research participants consisted of parents and their children (8 to 17 years of age), in an inner city neighborhood of a large metropolitan city. "
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Teen Pregnancy in Nevada, 2007.
A look at the problems concerning teen pregnancy in Nevada.
1,586 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 83.95
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This paper examines the issue of teen pregnancy and how the state of Nevada in particular has attempted to find solutions to this problem. The term teen pregnancy is defined and statistics presented. It looks at how Nevada has one of the highest teen pregnancy rates in the nation. Teens begin to have sex before the age of 16 and most teens who become pregnant report that they began having sex because their boyfriend wanted them to. It also discusses how reducing pregnancy in Nevada teens is important because of the negative social and financial impact that teen pregnancy has on the citizens of the state.
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"At any given time in the state of Nevada there are at least 13 pregnant teens. Before one can begin to understand the impact teen pregnancy has on the nation and on the residents of Nevada one must first have an understanding of the definition of teen pregnancy. Teen pregnancy for the purpose of this paper and for the purpose of research is a female that resides within the state of Nevada and is between the ages of 10 and 17 years old. She has been confirmed as pregnant through an accepted medical test. Teen pregnancy is an important issue in the state of Nevada because of the impact the extrapolated issues bring to the residents of the state. Because of those negative results it is vital that the state get control of and reduce the number of teenage pregnancy(Nevada Teen Pregnancy http://health2k.state.nv.us/cah/factsandstats.doc). "
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Child and Childhood in Two Novels, 2007.
This paper examines the themes of the child and childhood in Henry James' 'Daisy Miller' and Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.
1,035 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 59.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the books 'Daisy Miller' by Henry James and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' by Mark Twain. Specifically the paper compares and contrasts the image of the child and childhood in the two novels, including an analysis of the relationship between parents and children. The writer points out that the children in these two novels are anything but model. Further the writer notes that Randolph is a loud brat, while Huck is an uneducated urchin who runs away from home because of a cruel and drunken father. The writer concludes that these two novels portray children in a new light and a different image than the "perfect little angel." Perhaps that is part of what makes them such satisfying reading.
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"Tom Sawyer, however, is much more like Randolph. He comes from a higher level of American society, and is much more sophisticated than Huck. He can also be a bit cruel. He teases Jim with escape plans all the while knowing that Jim's owner, Miss Watson, is dead and Jim is indeed a free man. This shows a spark of cruelty and self-centeredness in Tom that does not exist in the innocent and child-like Huck. Tom makes up his mind based on the opinions of others, while Huck is quick-witted and tends to make up his own mind while he questions those with authority. Thus, Twain seems to be illustrating the difference between layers of American society, and making a tongue-in-cheek reference to his feelings about society and children in general."
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Anger Management Skills for Children, 2007.
An analysis of the effectiveness of anger management skills for children.
1,430 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 77.95
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This paper discusses the effectiveness of teaching anger management skills to children, particularly in a school setting. The paper begins by discussing the rising trend of violence amongst school age children and the role of the teacher in managing the anger cycle. The paper goes on to the discuss the anger management skills that have been found to be effective with children and their effects.
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"The steps to perceive and controlling anger comprise of (a) learning how to ponder through what started a clash. (b) The manner in which the student reacted and (c) the outcomes of that response. Then the students are taught what is that that sparks their anger and the manner in which to react to those sparks through way of relaxing, pondering regarding more positive things, and reminding themselves to regulate their anger. Thereafter they are imparted to review the manner in which they react to circumstances which make them angry when they apply these techniques and think in a forward manner to review the outcomes to getting angry or regulating their anger applying alternative behaviors. (Teaching Anger Management)"
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Grandparent Caregivers, 2007.
An analysis of the effects of caregiving on grandparents of minority groups.
3,285 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 153.95
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This research examines differences in physical and mental health status between minority-group grandparents raising grandchildren and those who are not involved in this care-giving role. The discussion builds on earlier studies of grandparent caregivers, using a national data set, but it is unique in that it explores the physical and mental health of the growing sub-population of minority-group grandparents who are raising grandchildren.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Review of the Literature
Methods
Results
Discussion
Implications for Research and Practice
Conclusion
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"Minority caregivers will be significantly more likely than their non care-giving peers to have limitations in four of the five activities of daily living (ADL) investigated . Caregivers will have more problems moving around inside the house and doing day-to-day tasks. The levels of limitation will be quite substantial, with 29 percent of caregivers reporting "a lot of limitation" climbing a flight of stairs and two of five caregivers indicating that they will have a lot of limitation walking six blocks. Approximately two-thirds of caregivers will have at least one limitation, and the mean number of limitations will too. No significant differences will be found between Minority caregivers and non-caregivers with respect to self-reported health status or with their reported ability to bathe, dress, and provide other personal care."
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Bullying, 2007.
This paper discusses the issue of bullying and its consequences.
1,581 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 83.95
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In this article, the writer researches literature regarding bullying. The writer discusses the short-term and long-term consequences of bullying and victimization. The writer also looks at what causes a child or children to bully others and who becomes a victim. Further, the writer discusses whether some children get bullied because they appear to be weaker or because of their social-economic backgrounds. The writer also examines whether being victimized as a child produces a long-term effect on the person that is carried into adulthood. The writer concludes that perhaps it is unrealistic to think that bullying can be eliminated altogether, but it certainly can be reduced significantly if the school is vigilant, persistent, and committed.
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"It used to be believed that bullies were less intelligent, popular, and self-assured than their peers, but Olweus (1991) found this is untrue. Bullies are often confident strong, and accepted by their peers. They may be quite charming with teachers and other adults in the school. They know how to butter up adults while they persecute their peers. But one distinct characteristic is a need to dominate others through the use of aggression. They display little empathy for their victims as they harass and insult them. A bully may surround himself with "passive bullies, followers, or henchmen" who encourage and applaud him, increasing the bully's status."
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