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Post-Breakup Relationships, 2007.
This paper explores the relationships that heterosexual and homosexual couples maintain after they break up.
5,724 words (approx. 22.9 pages), 37 sources, APA, AU$ 173.95
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This literature review examines the relationships maintained by couples after they break up. The paper examines lesbian and gay relationships as well as heterosexual couples. In addition, it seeks to determine whether or not children have an effect on the contact the couple maintains following a relationship that ends. The writer found that very few studies exist on this topic and those that do are somewhat vague in their findings. This points to the need for further research in this area for future development of family therapy theories and outcomes.
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Introduction
Statistics
Literature
Review
Conclusion
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"For many years statistics have been thrown about that included the belief that 50 percent of marriages today, end in divorce. Recently this number has been challenged and the result was a reduction in the percentage of married couples believed to end in divorce. At one point according to the new statistical information provided by the National Center for Health Statistics 43 percent of married couples will end in divorce in America. Even more recently the New York Times published a study that placed the number at 40 percent. While this is encouraging news for engaged hopefuls it still means that out of every 100 couples that get married, only 60 of them will survive the long haul of marriage(Divorce Stats http://www.divorcereform.org/rates.html). "The National Center for Health Statistics recently released a report which found that 43 percent of first marriages end in separation or divorce within 15 years(Divorce Stats http://www.divorcereform.org/rates.html)." "
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"The Heart and Stomach of a King"--A Review, 2007.
This paper reviews Carole Levin's biography of Queen Elizabeth I entitled "The Heart and Stomach of a King".
1,194 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, APA, AU$ 50.95
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This paper reviews Carol Levin's biography of Queen Elizabeth I, which explores issues of gender and politics in addition to Elizabeth's life. The reviewer describes Levin's book as combining historiography with deft historical, psychological, and social analysis. The reviewer expresses appreciation for Levin's use of primary sources, which allow the reader to get a fuller understanding of Elizabeth I. The reviewer concludes by stating that Levin created a scholarly biography of Queen Elizabeth I, placing the Queen in a historical perspective. Levin also showed how Elizabeth crafted her public image in light of prevailing gender norms.
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"The scope of Levin's book is extraordinary given its length. For example, the author explores the general issue of image management and public relations through the model of Elizabeth I while at the same time offering readers a synopsis of the Queen's personal and political life. While Elizabeth assumed the "heart and stomach of a king," she simultaneously cultivated an image of ideal femininity. Her ability to blend masculine and feminine traits in her persona and public image were keys to her power and success. In Chapter 6, "Elizabeth as King and Queen," the author shows how the Queen "took on what might be perceived as the male role, certainly the position of power," in her sexual relationships and in her public life. Levin backs up her argument not only with primary source data and evidence but also with allusions to contemporaneous literature, Shakespeare in particular. Shakespeare, although not officially a historian, nevertheless offered poignant social, political, and historical commentary about sixteenth-century England and Europe. Levin refers to Shakespeare to illustrate the prevailing conceptions of gender, gender roles, and gender-bending in sixteenth-century England. Placing Elizabeth I into perspective and incorporating social and political context into the Queen's life emerges as one of the main strengths of Levin's work. The author achieves a strong contextualization of Elizabeth through an examination of contemporaneous gender roles and norms. Thus, Shakespeare becomes a valid window with which to view Elizabethan-era British society."
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Feminist Therapy and Postmodern Approaches, 2007.
An analysis of the basis of feminist therapies and the post-modern approaches to therapy.
1,439 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This paper discusses feminist therapists. It discusses the ways in which gender has shaped the lives and experiences of the people these therapists treat in order to understand how the gender role has expected them to develop and deal with stress, race, class, sexual orientation, age cohorts and abilities. It then discusses post-modern approaches which are non-traditional therapies that do not rely on diagnostic labels and therapies that disdain the medical model.
Table of Contents:
Feminist Therapy
Postmodern Approaches
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"The desire to treat both men and women as equals in the therapy relationship is crucial to the success of the therapy and this is the benefit that this type of therapy offers. Not only is the client seen as equal to others in her or his milieu, but equal to the therapist. As such, it is unusually well-suited as a framework for understanding trauma and interpersonal violence because much of such violence occurs as a result of people's positions of relative powerlessness in the social realm. In Working With Men Survivors of Trauma and Abuse, Dr. Laura S. Brown demonstrated her approach to therapy with men who have been abused or suffered trauma in the past. In a taped session she worked with a 30-year-old man who was physically abused as a child. Dr. Brown was able to begin the process of helping this man to feel safe enough to trust another person. (Brown 2006)"
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Gender and Altruism, 2006.
A discussion regarding whether gender impacts upon altruism.
1,287 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 54.95
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This paper takes a look at the question of whether altruism is gender influenced. According to the paper, an understanding of how gender impacts altruism would not only give us a greater understanding of how humans work, but greater insight into the difference in rationalization between men and women.
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"The primary material necessary for this test is the principle questionnaire given to participants. The questionnaire are given in two different groupings that will create a test variable. The two versions of the test will provide the same scenario where the primary test is how the test subject reacts to the given scenario. However, in one version of the test the scenario will be elaborative, providing details of the life and intimate thoughts of the hypothetical victim, concluding with the situation that demands altruism. In the other version, no background information is presented, and a neutral tone is used to describe the same situation. Another key resource is the use of quarantined environment to take this test and at the same time reduce as much as possible outside influences. The use of randomized testing is imperative and therefore an isolated classroom where only one student is allowed to take the test at any given time is the ideal parameter. "
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Discrimination in the Workplace, 2007.
A discussion on discrimination against homosexuals in the workplace.
1,907 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 75.95
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The paper examines discrimination in the workplace as it relates to homosexuals. The research indicates that workplace discrimination against homosexuals does occur and that such discrimination can have lasting effects. The paper examines how there is no federal law that prohibits discrimination against homosexuals in the workplace, however many states have laws against such discrimination. The paper includes a survey of questions related to homosexual discrimination in the workplace. The survey indicates that human resource managers are concerned about discrimination based on sexual orientation and believe that companies should have anti-discrimination policies that are inclusive of sexual orientation.
Outline:
Introduction
Defining Discrimination Against Homosexuals In The Workplace
Discrimination Against Homosexuals In The Workplace
Survey
Findings of this Survey
Conclusion
References
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"Although the federal government has been slow to act regarding federal law that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, there are several state and local governments that have legislation that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation. In fact, at least 12 states and Washington, D.C. have laws that ban discrimination based on sexual orientation (Horvath & Ryan 2003). In addition, there is a executive order that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation within the federal government (Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Workplace)."
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The Renaissance Man and Woman, 2007.
This paper defines the qualities of the ideal Renaissance man or woman.
1,162 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 50.95
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This paper examines the qualities deemed necessary for one to be considered a renaissance man or woman. These characteristics are taken from literary sources of the Renaissance. The features of the Renaissance man and woman suggest at once a superficial concern with appearances and at the same time an appreciation for the innate talents and abilities of every human being. The author takes issue with the lack of morality placed on the Renaissance man or women.
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"Physical prowess and mastery of weaponry are essential skills for Castiglione's Renaissance man. Both men and woman are victims of their physical endowments. According to Castiglione, being too tall or too short can hinder the development of a man's athletic skills (p. 34). The Renaissance man is also literally well-rounded: he should be agile and strong, with "shapely" limbs (Castiglione, p. 30, line 26). Renaissance women must also fulfill specific requirements. Though they should develop their bodies as well as their minds, Renaissance women should not undertake strenuous activities, as even dancing too energetically can impede her "womanly sweetness," (Castiglione, p. 35, line 192). Neither men nor women should take sport--or anything else--too seriously because being well-rounded is more important than being a specialist. At the same time, both Castiglione and Alberti infer an appreciation for the diligent development of specific talents and skills, whether tennis, dancing, or archery. Therefore, the ideal person is not a dilettante. When the Renaissance man or woman becomes proficient at something, he or she can show that skill off in polite company, though without conceit. Being what modern people would call "cool" is a key component of the Renaissance ideal. Castiglione calls that feature "nonchalance," and the Renaissance man and woman should be talented and modest at the same time."
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"Fight Club"--A Review, 2007.
This paper reviews Chuck Palahniuk's book "Fight Club".
885 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 39.95
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This paper explores the models of male emotion and expressions of aggression as seen in Chuck Palahniuk's book "Fight Club." The review focuses on Palahniuk's thesis that male aggression should be channeled into competitiveness in the workplace. The paper further examines the "rules" as expressed in the book and concepts of masculinity. The review uses quotes from the book to support he various examples.
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"No matter what the rules are throughout the ages, men are always expected to temper their feelings and as what Kimmel said "channel then into workplace competition." But what is a workplace? Is it a blue-collar, white-collar or gray-collar environment? Is it a place where you earn money? "Fight Club" showed a variety of workplace and the "fight club" itself puts you to work despite broken bones and torn flesh. Men are always required to put on the manly face, to "grin and bear it" and stand up straight and be proud. Despite "What you see at fight club is a generation of men raised by women" there are still expectations of hardness and viciousness in men - but afterwards they can go home to the warmth of a women's tender embrace."
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Sexually Harassing Conversations, 2007.
This paper describes sexual harassment in the workplace, with an emphasis on sexually harassing conversations.
2,002 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 79.95
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This paper examines what constitutes sexual harassment, especially sexually harassing conversations. The focus of the paper is sexual harassment in the workplace, although other situations are also described. The writer describes the motivation behind the inappropriate conversations, and how victims can bring charges against the perpetrators. Several law suits involving sexual harassment are presented.
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"The restaurant industry in particular has seen its share of sexual harassment claims. It has been estimated that hundreds of thousands of dollars were spent by the foodservice industry in one year alone on sexual harassment claims. The State of California reported that there are anywhere from 1,163 and 1,275 reported cases of sexual harassment for restaurant employees alone (Allen, et.al, 2005). Pizza of Florida, a company who does business throughout the state under the name ABC Pizza was required to pay $225,000 for two sisters who had been subjected to the unwanted conversation of an adult manager. His conversation. The lawsuit was brought against the company by the EEOC and was particularly heinous since the victims were 16 and 17 years old at the time and placed with the company on a high school on-the-job training program. It was not noted whether the company instituted any training program or review of potentially hostile working environments within other stores. It would appear that this would be a especially important if this company hosts' minor in their stores as part of a work training program. While the young women received monetary compensation for their discomfort, it was also not noted whether the manager was terminated. "
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Power Relationships Between Men and Women, 2006.
A discussion regarding the issue of power between the sexes.
1,134 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 49.95
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This paper takes a look at how power relationships between men and women are as old as man and woman themselves. The paper discusses how throughout history the balance of power has sometimes subtly, sometimes dramatically, shifted in favor of one gender or the other.
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Introduction
Men Still Rule the Roost
Women in Control
Conclusion
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"Despite the struggles of generations of women, in America and many other parts of the world, according to feminists, women are still the oppressed gender. According to Arslanian-Engoren, there are still biases that marginalize women, and in fact, these biases are so significant, they negatively impact women's healthcare, resulting in healthcare disparities between men and women. Power and knowledge are not the same thing, however they are mutually dependent on one another. Therefore without knowledge, power cannot be initiated. Feminists theorize that it is man that holds the key to knowledge in society today; therefore, power naturally follows. Arslanian-Engoren notes that only by acquiring new scientific knowledge, in this case specifically concerning women's healthcare, and reframing the parameters of women's healthcare, can women strive to achieve a more egalitarian and equitable balance in the power relationship."
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Gender Disparities, 2007.
An analysis of the factors contributing to the gender disparities and disadvantages to women in the science and engineering fields.
1,465 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, AU$ 60.95
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This paper explores the gender differences and disparities in the science and engineering fields. The paper suggests that while there are many advantages to having children outside of the professional and academic world, such as a more balanced and healthy lifestyle, in terms of advancement in the profession, children are often seen as a disadvantage. The paper examines some of these disadvantages more closely.
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Abstract
Introduction
Female advancement and children
Analysis
Conclusion
Addendum
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"While this view has largely been revealed as a false prejudice, one of the central factors that prevent women from more extensive participation in the science and engineering is that they are traditionally and conventionally seen as being mainly responsible for childcare and child rearing. This refers to another social perception that women and not men should be responsible for the children and leads to various assumptions that women do not have the time to deal with the demands and pressure of the scientific world. The fact that a woman has children therefore has become a central and important variable in the debate about gender inequality in the scientific and other fields. This paper will explore some of the facts relating to this debate."
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Gender at Work, 2007.
This paper discusses gender in the workplace and looks at writing gender into social security law.
1,441 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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This article concerns the gender bias that most policy makers seem to have. The writer discusses the blatant sex typing and discrimination of women at work in spite of the fact that it is possible to prove that women are at par with men in performing any job well. In this article the writer examines the 'Social Security Act' of 1935 and looks at its effects. The writer argues that gender bias has existed from time immemorial and although no one person would be able to offer an immediate solution to the problem, perhaps awareness could be one solution. The writer concludes that while women have to bear the label of being dependent on their men, in order to avail of pensions and other benefits in their old age, they also have to tolerate a lower pay scale and other sex typing.
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"At no other time was the Act attacked than during the seventies, and the reason for this may have been that in order for the government to decide on who exactly would be eligible for benefits, legislators would have to agree upon who was a worker, and who was not, and these arguments were unfortunately based on the ideologies of race and freedom, and also on gender. During the 1930s, most old people needed relief, and this was brought in by the American Association for Old Age Security, which would provide aged persons with two hundred dollars every month to spend as they wished, but this legislation brought in a feeling of dependence and insecurity, and to combat this, insurance was brought in. according to this plan, ageing workers would have to be removed form the workforce, but with dignity, and therefore, policy makers created a program that would be more in relation to work, and not to citizenship."
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Adolescent Sex Offenders, 2007.
This paper addresses the subject of minors who commit sexual offenses.
3,315 words (approx. 13.3 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 118.95
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This paper examines what causes minors to commit acts of sexual abuse, as well as whether or not such offenders have diagnosable and treatable psychiatric and/or anti-social disorders. The writer points out that juvenile sexual offending appears to traverse racial,cultural and economic boundaries. The paper also describes those youths whose profiles potentially fit that of a sex offender. The author concludes the paper with treatment options for offenders.
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"Characteristics that offenders sometimes have in common are being dependent individuals with feelings of inadequacy stemming from early family histories characterized by conflict, disruption, abandonment and exploitation. Approximately 80% of all perpetrators were sexually abused themselves as children. Once a child is sexually abused it has a horrible effect on them, which causes them to suffer from devastating psychological breakdowns."
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Group Therapy, 2007.
This paper analyzes the pros and cons of same sex groups versus mixed groups in group therapy.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 16 sources, APA, AU$ 66.95
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This paper evaluates current research about group therapy, in particular the advantages and the disadvantages of having the same sex individuals in one single group. The writer examines the types of groups that exist for therapy, including those focused on a single issue, such as illness. The author discusses the goals of group therapy, which include creating and maintaining healthy relationships. The author concludes that group therapy is more positive when both sexes participate, as the purpose of group therapy is ultimately to train the patient for a future that will enable him to lead a normal and productive life in the outside world.
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"One case example can be studied to illustrate exactly how, when a member of the opposite sex joined a group of the same sex, in this case, a group of women, the entire tenor and the very tone of the group underwent a drastic change. The case is about a group of four women, with a woman group leader. These women found that they were able to share their feelings with openness and honesty, and that they were able to express a wide range of feelings amongst themselves. However, all the women would joke amongst themselves about when a man would enter the group, and when it was announced that a man would soon be joining their group, almost all the women immediately associated their feelings about the men in their lives, perhaps a violent boyfriend, or an abusive brother, or a chauvinistic father, with this man. (Alonso; Swiller, 1993)"
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Can Human Justice Ever Be Achieved?, 2006.
A look at the issue of human justice and equality for all.
1,907 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 75.95
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This paper takes a look at human justice and the ideal of equality between the sexes, races, class and religions. The paper focuses primarily on the issue of women's rights.
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"Take, for example, a healthcare provider treating an aboriginal couple. Because of past historical injustices, today, even indigenous persons who have endeavored to become integrated into Australian society have higher rates of single parenthood, incarceration rates, and unemployment, and fall short of every possible Westernized measurement of success in contemporary life. (Calma, 2006, p.1) The instance of domestic abuse might seem to simply pose the question--did the indigenous husband commit the crime to which he or she was accused? If so, the person should be incarcerated. But previous inequitable social conditions may drive the roots of the difficulties between the couple, making the issue of reporting more difficult. Also, biased judges and juries may make the person's punishment, however unconsciously, harsher because of the defendant's race. To report an abusive man from a racial minority may be just, but it also may exacerbate an age-old historical injustice."
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Gay Rights, 2006.
An argumentative essay regarding the controversial topic of gay rights.
1,377 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 58.95
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This paper argues that gay and lesbian people are entitled to the same rights and protections as all Americans, including the right to marry, and protection from discrimination in employment. This paper maintains that by demanding the right to marry and protection from discrimination in employment, gay people are not demanding "special rights."
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Discrimination in Employment
Right to Marry
Equal Rights
Sentence Outline
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"Others argue that married couples are the foundation of social order. Married couple unions ensure that generations reproduce, and that the human race continues. By strengthening families, the legal recognition and protection of heterosexual unions therefore benefit the good of society (Gehrke). Because homosexual unions do not facilitate procreation, there is no concept of a social good. The argument of strengthening families therefore does not apply for same-sex couples."
"These reasons, however, fail to stand up under analysis. For example, the claim that raising children without strong male and female role models can also be levied against single parents. Further arguments that gay marriages do not contribute to the greater good are debatable, based largely on faith-based belief rather than empirical research."
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Eastern Sexual Practices, 2006.
A discussion regarding sexual practice as religious and political tools in eastern cultures.
937 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 41.95
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This paper takes a look at how the intermixing of the religious and political leaderships in eastern countries, has involved ideas of the conflict between ordinary sex and religious sex. The paper further discusses how certain practices are acceptable in eastern cultures, while others are consider to be foreign.
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"Sexual identity in India has been bound with national identity, as Heather S. Dell shows in discussing the country as an example of a colonial nation in which was imposed ideas of women's sexual impropriety. In post-colonial India, sexual discourse and sexual practice have been used to contest social territory. In the colonial system, the middle class developed a contract between the ideal Indian middle-class wife and the proletarian prostitute, using the idea of the wife as a domain for nationalist, class-based respectability at odds with supposed colonial influence. The middle-class wife represented the ideal of the Indian home as opposed to an idea of sex in the colonized world. In India, this meant a contrast between Indian sexuality and British sexuality."
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