Cultural analysis: The Maury Povich show

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   11/11/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The Maury Povich show is a television programmed that has been syndicated to networks since 1991, hosted by Maury Povich (IMDB). His most popular "theme" of his series is paternity tests for woman, or their man who is involved in a dispute...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Images and Representation of the Black guests.. Over representation.. Voyeurism and commodification of ethnicity.. The Sambo and other ?classic? images of black people.. The Representation of woman.. The Representation of the White...»

The origins and functions of religion

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   11/06/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Religion is a subject that has been of constant interest to anthropologists. Before discussing origins, functions and examples of religion however, it is first necessary that we develop a proper definition. For the purpose of this paper I will...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The intellectualist theory.. The myth-ritualism type theories.. Response to death in an animistic society.. The myth ritualist theory.. Religion as completely practical and technological.. The totem.. The arguments of Durkheim and...»

Religious ambivalence: Geology and the Victorian crisis of faith

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   11/06/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Edmund Burke wrote, "There is nothing so fatal to religion as indifference." If religion were the driving force in pre- and early Victorian society, indifference and confusion would have been the contenders of its power. Religion, a societal...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Religion and its revered position in early Victorian society. . Britons of the 1820's and 30's.. Memoriam's popularity and empathy with Tennyson's feelings.. The people most severely affected by the Victorian crisis of...»

Families make a difference

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   11/06/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Research suggests that adolescent delinquent substance abuse is one of the more prevalent social problems in the United States. I chose this topic because I have seen it among my own peers. Substance abuse is a problem regardless of race, class,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Adolescent delinquent substance abuse.. Jennifer Butters's ?Family stressors and adolescent cannabis use: a pathway to problem use,?.. Scheer, Borden and Donnermeyer's paper ?The relationship between family factors and adolescent...»

Religious belief and religious identity as separate forces in politics in the Middle East

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   11/04/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In the debate over slavery that took place in America in the nineteenth century, apologists for both sides appealed to Christianity, the Union's dominant religion, to justify their respective cases. George Armstrong, in his 1857 book The Christian...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The debate over slavery.. Emphasis on religion.. Important exceptions in the present day Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.. This is a problematic definition when it comes to sectarian political movements. . Religious identity as...»

Islamic finance and the gates of Ijtihad

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   11/04/2008   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «If the sharia comes from God, then how can it change? This question, quite reasonable in itself, misses a large point about the sharia. When the Quran and the Sunna-the sources of the sharia-were compiled soon after Mohammad's death, there was no...»

Synopsis abstract : «introduction.. If the sharia comes from God, then how can it change?. Interpretation from Arabic.. Liberalizing Islamic law.. The sharia finance industry.. Modernist fiqh scholars.. Ijtihad, Taqlid, and their proponents.. The scholar Wael...»

Robert Johnson: A profile

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Research papers   |   10/31/2008   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «"America is the land of opportunity." The saying is a bit cliché, but is it also validated by our plethora of rags to riches stories. John Wayne had a 4 a.m. paper route and delivered groceries after school to help pay the bills. Johnny Cash, born...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. America - the land of oppertunity.. The son of a factory worker - Robert Johnson.. Robert Johnson's prior experiences in running a business.. Johnson and BET.. 1991, BET reached 31 million subscribers - Johnson's move to make the...»

How Jazz Musicians inspired a political re-imagining of America

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   10/31/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The concept of jazz music being truly American art form is both sadly ironic and inspiringly beautiful. Being that the music itself is a direct product of the black experience in America, it is a national symbol that while challenging the nation...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The concept of Jazz being a truly American art.. The vision of freedom in Jazz.. The Limited potential of jazz to be politically didactic and revolutionary.. The theme of internationalism as propagated by the Sweethearts.. A personal...»

A world without Music

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   10/14/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «I walked nervously down a dark, damp, crowded corridor. Condensation, like a light but steady rainfall, dripped from the poorly maintained air conditioning system high above in the ill lit hall way. Unfamiliar faces gazed in my direction with...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Ramsay High School.. An isolated experience.. Music education is vital - especially for students struggling in school.. Federal government and making music education a top priority.. Music education and skills necessary to communicate...»

African American economic growth

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   10/06/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «African American community as far as the 1960s has maintained a rich tradition of philanthropy due to the challenges the community faced in the past decades. The resources that contributed to the philanthropic activities include the mutual aid...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Thesis statement.. Discussion on African American economic growth.. Business.. Employment and income.. Education.. Conclusion.....»

A better look at Islam and Al Qaeda

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   10/06/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Since the tragic events of September 11, 2001, the words "Muslim" and "Islam" have become synonymous with the feared word "terrorism." As Americans learned that the enemy was factions of Muslim extremists operating in the Middle East and that they...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The fact about the terrorist groups that the West is aiming to destroy.. The Taliban.. Revivalism stemmed in Shi'ite Iran.. The extremists involved in the East African embassy bombings and the U.S.S. Cole explosion.. Al Qaeda's...»

Obesity in children

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   10/01/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «In the year 2002, America watched closely as Samuel Hirsch, a lawyer from the federal court of Manhattan, filed a lawsuit against McDonalds. Hirsch filed a complaint against the famous fast-food chain accusing the company of violating the state of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Our eating habits according to Kopelman.. Overview.. Causes.. Development of theories on hunger and eating patterns. . Heredity as a factor in obesity.. Consequences of obesity.. Issues.. The nurse's role in prevention and treatment...»

Secrets uncovered: A textual analysis of the use of rhetorical strategies in Teen E-Zines

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/30/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Using specific rhetorical strategies to persuade and inform is a writing technique that has been used for many decades. The art of rhetoric is often taught in higher education, particularly in persuasive writing classes. However, these strategies...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Studies conducted about the use of rhetorical strategies in magazines geared towards teenage girls.. Literature review.. Mary M. Talbot's book Language and Gender.. Methodology.. Steps taken in order to effectively collect and...»

The introduction of Cannabis

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/15/2008   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Cannabis Sativa, also known as: Hemp, cannabis hemp, muggles, weed, pot, marijuana, reefer, grass, ganja, bhang, "the kind," dagga, herb, or dank. All of theses refer to the same plant. They refer to a plant so controversial that that it could save...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Some world historical notes.. The history of usage.. Textiles & fabrics.. Fiber & pulp paper.. Biomass energy.. Economic stability, profit & free trade.. The medias' portrayal.. Marijuana debate.. Analysis.. The Stats.. My...»

World cities: The global north and south

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/25/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The 20th century witnessed the pivotal inauguration of Western expansion, also historically known as the Age of Exploration. The Europeans were the first people to manipulate global affairs to a large extent. Consequently, this period of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The olden movement of colonialism.. The global north or the developed and highly industrialized countries.. The Third Worlds and the recent environmental crisis.. Jonathan Adams and Thomas McShane: The Myth of Wild Africa.. Nineteenth...»

Ensemble GREEN: Innovation and preservation in the Los Angeles music culture (A musical ethnography)

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/25/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «This analysis of the new music group EnsembleGREEN comes as the result of an in-home interview with director Paul Sherman, e-mail correspondence with other group members, and from a year of becoming familiar with the ensemble's operations. In March...»

Synopsis abstract : «Basis for this Ethnography.. Who: The members of EnsembleGREEN.. What and Why: The mission of EnsembleGREEN.. EnsembleGREEN turns to Mozart .. EnsembleGREEN as a musical Resident of the Los Angeles Community.. Innovation and preservation: Two...»

Charles Sanders Peirce, the fundamental hypothesis

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/25/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Peirce's presentation of the fundamental hypothesis centers around his notion of doubt. The hypothesis is fundamentally a scientific one and supports the fact that things exist and have ascertainable causes and consequences. Doubt, for example,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Center of Peirce's presentation of the fundamental hypothesis.. Jamesian Pragmatism, pragmatism and religion.. Westian Pragmatism, Prophetic Pragmatism.. Conclusion.....»

Emerson's struggle for self-transcendence

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/10/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «In his essay "Experience", Ralph Waldo Emerson lays down the essential components of his ascetic, solitary life. His writings are essentially of the existential struggles that he has encountered in living his life. He does not design any sort of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Reason for the rise of tensions in Emerson's.. The elements of illusion, succession, temperament, reality, and subjectivity.. The element of "surface" and the pragmatic half of Emerson's experience.. Subjectiveness and...»

The breath of God (Acts 2: 1-12)

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/10/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The Jews and all the holy men from all the races in the world residing beneath the heaven were staying in Jerusalem. Once the people were informed of the news about the presence of these holy men in Jerusalem, they gathered together and they set out...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Acts 2: 1 ?When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place.?. Acts 2: 2 ?Suddenly a sound like where they were sitting.?. Acts 2: 3 ?They saw what seemed to came to rest on each of them.?. Acts 2: 4 ?All of...»

Youth substance abuse: A comprehensive overview and proposal for National Education Campaign

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/10/2008   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «The following document represents a comprehensive overview of one of the main societal problems in America today: youth substance abuse. Drug and substance abuse among teenagers is substantial. Among youth age 12 to 17, about 1.1 million meet the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Social factors that lead to substance abuse.. Meaning and experience of illness.. Health care systems and settings.. Health care providers.. Bioethical Issues.. Health care literacy.. Conclusions.....»

Panentheism

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/25/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Panentheism (Latin for "All in God") posits the view that there is a God who encompasses the Universe but was not completely identical with that said Universe: in other words, that God encompasses the physical Universe, but also transcends it. First...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Panentheistic view of Hinduism.. Plato's teachings and Neo-Platonists.. The idea that there is evil in the world but not in the intention of God.. Hartshorne claims on the omnipotent God.. The problem of evil, and the compounded...»

The corner meets the school: the inner City's drug culture and its effect on schooling

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   09/01/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «"The school system will have taken its shots, tallied its misses, and closed its files, relinquishing any further claim. The corner will have them all." - Ed Burns, The Corner Many believe that as the margin of social stratification and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Past literature.. Original contribution.. Methods.. Findings.. Discussion.. Conclusion.....»

Human smuggling in Russia and Central Asia

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   08/29/2008   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The UN definition of "trafficking", under the terms of the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children (supplementing the 2000 UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime), Article 3(a)...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Soviet ector.. Who traffics and who is trafficked?. Factors informing the trafficking.. Loyalty groups and transition.. The rise of the mafias.. A large-scale small-scale operation.. Conclusions.....»

Is there a link between drugs and crime?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   08/20/2008   |   .doc   |   21 pages
Document abstract : «Recent drug policy in the UK has been shaped by the general presumption that drug addiction is a key contributory factor to rising crime. The literature review demonstrates that whilst empirical evidence clearly supports a link between drugs and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Detailed literature review.. Research methodology.. Application of criminology theory regarding drugs and crime.. Identify different theory regarding drug abuse and interrelationship with crime.. Analysis of research findings....»

Religious Persecution

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   08/12/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «In recent history, religion has become more tolerated in the world. However, many religions continue to be persecuted for their beliefs despite their popularity throughout the world and despite the injustice of denying this basic civil right of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Religious persecution of Christian faith.. The growing conflict between Hanafi Sunni's and the Shia's against the Salifi Sunni's.. Denial of the '10 Central Human Functional Capabilities'.. Curtailing of religious persec...»

Military Extended Child Care Agency (M.E.C.C.A.)

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   08/06/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Military Extended Child Care Agency (M.E.C.C.A) is an agency that would be used to assist Soldiers and their family members with extended child care services. Most military child care agencies or centers operating hours are from 5:30 am to 6:00...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Mission.. Business strategy (SWOT Analysis).. Company summary.. Company services.....»

Philadelphia Quakers as an Anti-Racist Organization

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Research papers   |   08/04/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «There is no question that Quakers strive for racial justice, for their shared history and social beliefs explicitly call for ongoing anti-racist action. Given Philadelphia Quakers' early influence on U.S. governmental framework and their ongoing...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Tenets that Quakers follow.. PYM operations within the general framework of Quaker ideals.. Quakers and racist prejudices and white privilege. . Quaker struggle for racial justice.. Recommendat...»

Harakat Al-Maqawama Al-Islamiyya (Hamas): From terrorism to politics

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   08/04/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «"Believing in the sacredness of Palestine and its Islamic status, Hamas believes it impermissible under any circumstances to concede any part of Palestine or to recognize the Zionist occupation if it." (Simon and Stevenson, 2003, p.59) This paper...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. History.. Goals and motivation.. Rise to power.. From terrorism to politics.. Conclusion.....»

Lula and the myth of the Flying Dutchman: The play written by Amiri Baraka

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   08/01/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Amiri Baraka's play, Dutchman, is a deeply powerful one act which reflects the racial and societal tensions of the 1960's in the setting of a moving subway car. The interaction between the two main characters, Lula a sinister, white woman and Clay...»

Synopsis abstract : «Lula's symbolism as the stereotypical white conceptions of black men.. Lula's subversion of Clay.. Lula's fantasy and Clay.. The title in relation to the myth of the Flying Dutchman.....»

The voices and visions of our youth for a better Philadelphia

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   08/01/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Philadelphia has been inundated with a wave of violence in recent years: youth violence, gun violence, and an increase in homicides. To better understand the concerns our youth have about these issues and to begin to assess the impact of their...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Methodology.. Results.. Discussion.. Conclusion.....»

David, Jesus, Paul, and Plato: The Christian doctrine of the afterlife

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   08/01/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Within the scheme of contemporary Christian theology, there appears a common theme that the afterlife proposed in the Bible represents simply a doctrine of the immortality of the soul. Critics of this view have suggested that this viewpoint is a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Jewish conceptions – The Old Testament.. Ancient Hebrews and the conception of an afterlife.. Jesus, Paul, and Plato – The New Testament.. Paul's doctrine.. The Platonic view applied to God's law and Christ. . Conclusion.....»

Questions: Of God and belief

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/30/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Questions, questions the good disciple is always full of questions. Josef Pieper held that the only true happiness comes from the gradual quenching of the intellect by God's infinitely unwinding mystery. God is somewhat like a riveting,...»

Synopsis abstract : «God as a personal, spiritual being.. Causes of my belief.. The nature of god.. Encountering and communicating with God.. How God wants people to live.. God's plan for me.. Preparing for death.....»

Eurocentrism and the noble savage

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/29/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Europeans of the fifteenth century undertook a daunting task: to explore the entire world. Looking back on it today, we can see that the sheer size of this venture would naturally impede the flow of accurate information about discoveries of new...»

Synopsis abstract : «Europeans of the fifteenth century and exploring the world.. Classical viewpoint on African cultures.. Initial domination by the Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish empires.. How Columbus and his cohorts distorted what little knowledge was available to...»

Nietzsche's "Life not an argument"

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/29/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «"The conditions of life might include error," Nietzsche says, yet without these conditions "no one could endure living" (Williams 117). Though we have forms, rules, and facts, he argues, we've merely invented them to cope with the mysteries of our...»

Synopsis abstract : «His view on consciousness. . How Nietzsche traces morality's origin.. The initial definition of morality.. Nietzsche's appraisal of knowledge.. What Darwin fails to identify as the essence of living.....»

A wife's role in marriage

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/28/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «A wife's submission to her husband is important to a successful marriage. When two people are bonded together to form one union, there are bound to be trials and disagreements. However, when there is a head of a household, the marriage runs more...»

Synopsis abstract : «Thesis statement.. Introduction.. A wife's submissiveness in marriage.. Thesis.. Submissive or Subservient?. What does submissiveness really mean?. What is involved in being submissive?. The Feminist view.. The Christian view.. The Capable...»

The holy union: Religion and marital conflict

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/27/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In a time when conservatives worry that allowing homosexual to marry will destroy the sanctity of marriage and the family, heterosexual Americans are divorcing at a greater rate than ever before. The ratio of divorces to marriages is around 50% ,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Mismanagement of marital conflict.. Religion as an ambiguous variable that affects a marital relationship.. Spousal similarity and marital satisfaction.. Religion prevents conflict.. Religious heterogeneity promotes conflict.. Religion and conflict...»

Commercialism in music: Sellout, sell-in, or move on?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/25/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «It is hard to make a clear definition of what is artistic, and what is commercial in the world of musical culture. Even more confusing is the concept of "commercial art", or that art and music for the purpose of commercialism can actually be a genre...»

Synopsis abstract : «Examining the context in which the work was created. . The world of video game music. . The world of movie composers.. The main composer for the focus of this study.. Corigliano's motivation. . Conclusion.....»

Comfort women in twentieth-century Asia

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/21/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The concept of profiting off of women's bodies has been around since commerce began. Different cultures have built up different ideologies to justify this act, whether it's for spiritual purposes, economic hardship, privilege of the wealthy or just...»

Synopsis abstract : «Tracing the origins of comfort women.. Korea and comfort women.. Talking a woman into being a comfort woman rather than a street-based prostitute.. The horrors and abuse these women had to endure during their time in clubs.. The comfort women of the...»

The Emerald Isle bleeds red: Religious violence in Ireland

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «To the Western world today, terrorism usually brings to mind some far-flung desert-like country and the people that inhabit it. Sadly, it often brings to mind terms like "Muslim" or "Islam". When one hears the word terrorism, Ireland is generally...»

Synopsis abstract : «Questions that arise from violence.. Violence in Northern Ireland.. Origin of violence.. Catholic Nationalism v. Protestant Unionism.. Religion throughout Irish history.. Theological concepts in Irish terrorism.. Ethno-religious...»

Taixu's revolution

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Early in the 20th Century, China experienced significant political, social and religious upheavals. For the first time in its long history, China was no longer governed by dynastic rulers and the possibility of a republic society emerged. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Revolutionary roots.. The need for reform.. Structural reforms.. Doctrinal reforms.....»

Gender wage gap : Why is it that the median male wage earner earns 20% more than the median female worker?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The wage gap between men and women is a widely recognized concern in today's society. In this paper I will try to address the main reason for this difference. Why is it that the median male wage earner earns 20% more than the median female worker?...»

Synopsis abstract : «Sexism - present or exception.. Theories on why females are paid less. . Simon Baron-Cohen's alternative theory.. Contributor to the gender gap.. The wage gap - reasons.. Gary Becker's model of 'consumer and government segregation'.. Sylvia Walby -...»

The return of Martin Guerre

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Davis takes a deep look into the lives of the peasants to probe what drives them and what so eagerly fuels their individualistic desires. Davis also details the life of the peasants in not only one specific place, but also details the customs of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Characters.. Religion and Davis.. Social setting in The Return of Martin Guerre.. Bertrande.. Conclusion.....»

Adolescent substance abuse among Hispanic, African American, and Caucasian populations

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Research papers   |   07/17/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Substance abuse has been a significant problem for adolescents in recent years, prompting many community programs for awareness, prevention, and treatment. In a recent survey of nearly 50,000 U.S. students, nearly 50% of high school seniors and 20%...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Risk factors.. Consequences.. Treatment.. Conclusion.....»

Religion and its problems today

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Religion is often at odds with differing viewpoints in the modern world. Religion especially conflicts with science and some would say that religion inhibits scientific progress. Religion cannot be blamed for sticking to its dogmatic beliefs and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Religion and the morality of embryonic stem cell research and therapeutic cloning. . Understanding the subject matter of the debate. . Consternation over harvesting embryonic cells and killing the embryos.. Should embryonic stem cells be ...»

A study into the history of Southern Labor Unions with an emphasis on race and gender

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/17/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In David Roediger's Wages of Whiteness, the reader is introduced to the author by an autobiographical introduction that paints the picture of a white adolescent growing up in the turbulent South. The author tells of his experiences with race in a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Roediger's study into race and class in the nineteenth century.. Roediger's book - Formation of concept of whiteness and white supremacy.. The story of Thomas Watkins.. Honey's book and the emergence of organized labor unions in Memphis. . Neil...»

African American families and military service

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/15/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Considering that African-Americans have been soldiers in every war that the U.S. has ever fought, it should be no surprise that sociologists take great interest in the relationship between the U.S. military and the African-American Family...»

Synopsis abstract : «Significant details of CJ Washington's life.. CJ Washington's career chioce affected by Moynihan's analysis in The Negro Family.. Moynihan - US armed services' impact on the black family.. Billingsley's ?Black Ecological Context? model.. Effect of...»

African American family: The two models of such families

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/15/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «This essay aims to reinforce both afrocentric and revisionist models of the African-American family. An integral part of this argument will be to deny cultural deficit theory, and instead to focus on how African cultures blended together with each...»

Synopsis abstract : «A singular ?African culture,? or multiple cultures.. Family-related aspects of African cultural.. Pertinent examples from Toni Morrison's 'Beloved'. . The dynamism of the African-American family.. Cultural form generalized among the surrounding...»

The literary expansion of Islam

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/15/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Editor G.E. von Grunebaum captures the crux of the Islamic expansion by stating that "the civilization demonstrates its richness by being accessible from more than one vantage point" (1). In the process of examining the culture's overall effect, an...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The core of Islam's rise to power.. Illustrating the Qur'an's overwhelming impact.. The primary poems of the Mu'allaqat.. A prominent poet of the Bedouin narratives.. Antar's prose.. Romanticized image of pre-Islam.. Characteristics...»

The contributions of Buddhism

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/15/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «During an "Axial Age" of idealistic creativity, Buddhism emerged as a mystical guide to escape the mundane rituals of the physical world (8 January 2008). Founded by Siddhartha Gautama, the nature of Buddhism transposes Enlightenment against the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The foundation of Buddhism.. Siddhartha's journey of meditation.. The core of Buddhist teachings.. The known Hindu paths before Buddhism.. The Hindu culture in India.. The political, religious and social undertakings of Budd...»

Social reaction (labeling) theory

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/15/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The social reaction, or labeling theory as it is sometimes known, evolved over time from as early as 1938 (Wellford, 1975). Basically it states that as a person commits a crime, they will receive the label of "criminal". When a person is labeled as...»

Synopsis abstract : «Erwin Lemert - Founder of Societal Reaction theory. . Howard Becker - founder of modern labeling theory. . Flaws in the main points of labeling theory. . How labeling theory affects different portions of the populace - core variables.. Audience...»

Muslim view of homosexuality

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/14/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The question of homosexuality has been an on-going debate in the last couple of decades, with each religion, ethnic group, and culture expressing their own opinions on the matter. Like the Bible in Christianity, the Qu'ran in Islam can be vague and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Qu'ranic verses regarding homosexuality stem from the prophet Lut.. The verses in the Qu'ran concerning Lut and the city of Sodom.. In the Hadith, homosexuality is mentioned, both between men, and between women.. All four of the schools of thought...»

Ethnicity, identity, unanimity, and garvey

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/10/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «For centuries, people of African descent have faced systems of racial discrimination and stratification that have affected their life chances. Regardless of class, gender, ethnicity, education, or nationality, these systems have mostly effected the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Rogers' overview of NYC's Afro-Americans and West Indians. . The West Indians of Rogers' study.. West Indians and African Americans demonstrate divergent ethnic identities.. African-Americans and West Indians have ethnically-based political...»

A descriptive study on the job satisfaction of correctional officers

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Research papers   |   07/09/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «It must be conventional knowledge to assume that staying in an environment where individuals charged of different crimes, from the simplest to the most heinous, is somehow risky and hazardous. While this might be true for all inmates staying in the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Review of related literature.. Statement of the problem.. Hypothesis.. Study variables.. Objectives.. Methodology.. Research design.. Study population.. Sampling scheme.. Units of analysis.. Instrumentation.. Data collection...»

A public speaking guide and workshop

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/08/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «An absolutely critical element of any presentation is maintaining professionalism. This encompasses many aspects of a speaker's behavior and appearance. One very important and often ignored aspect of professionalism is maintaining a professional...»

Synopsis abstract : «Communication in a Workplace Environment.. Maintaining professionalism.. Appearance Checklist:.. Group Communication.. Assignment.. Ethical Speaking.. Audience Analysis.. Speech Delivery.. Using Presentational Aids.....»

The problems that can arise in the context of creating an employee training and development program for a metropolitan police department

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/08/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Training and development in the organization is an issue of critical concern for both managers and leaders. Sarvadi (2005) argues that training is essential for an organization because, "Your employees are the ones that produce, refine, protect,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Training Needs.. Primary General Training Objectives.. Culture in the Organization.. Barriers to Training and How to Overcome Them.. Measuring the Effectiveness of Training Programs.. Change Management.. Concl...»

The media's impact on women's body image

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Mass media has a powerful impact on almost very aspect of social discourse. Mass media has been noted to shape opinion and culture in a myriad of ways. Despite this realization, however, one does not need to look far to see that the dynamic...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Women's Body Image and the Media.. Cultivation Theory.. Uses and Gratification Theory.. Media Analysis of Advertising.. Advertising Images of the Past.. Changes Taking Place.. Conclusion.....»

The impact of globalisation on the Aviation industry

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Corporate social responsibility or CSR has become an imperative for modern organizations. Although companies are expected to develop and implement formal policies that ensure that they are contributing to the communities in which they operate, the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Review of the Literature.. Regional Competition and Its Ramifications.. Environmental Issues.. Unionization and Foreign Employees.. Shaping World Development.. Summary.. Conclusion.....»

Douglas and Stowe's work to examine some of the individual differences in experiences with slavery

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Critically reviewing the historical monographs that have been produced during the time of slavery, it is evident that both The Narrative of the Life of Fredrick Douglas by Frederick Douglas and Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe are among...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Comparing Douglas and Stowe's Works.. Christianity.. The Impact of Slavery on the Individual.. Responses to Abuse.. Conclusion.....»

How the Chinese government's control of the media impacts Chinese society

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Introduction The role of modern media in Western culture had been well examined by social scientists. Media in this culture has been used to entertain, inform and, perhaps most importantly, persuade. While the pervasive presence of the media in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. China's Media?A Historical Review.. Modern Media in China.. Control of the Internet in China.. Conclusion.....»

The role of technology in cyborg feminism

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/03/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Donna Haraway, in 'A Cyborg Manifesto: Science, Technology, and Socialist-Feminism in the Late Twentieth Century" casts the role of 'technology' in two opposing lights: on the one hand, technology is seen as something women should (indeed must)...»

Synopsis abstract : «The cyborg opposes traditional patriarchal dualisms.. No qualitative difference between human and animal.. Ontological dualism between physical and non-physical is no longer viable.. Haraway's analysis of the relevant conditions of...»

How dangerous are the lyrics in rock music?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/03/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Music is an important part of people's lives because it has the ability to change one's mood, inspire one to become what he/she desires, motivate one to reach for his/her goals, and help one relate better to others. However, with good comes the bad...»

Synopsis abstract : «During the year of 1956, ? . . . the New York Times called rock music a ‘communicable disease'?.. As a society, we have become more concerned with rock music lyrics. . Why are we exposing not only our children but ourselves to these lyrics...»

Blissful thinking: Advertising aspirations for a modern media mindset

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   07/02/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «You drop off your children at school and drive as fast as possible to work because you got off to a late start, and you know it is going to be a hectic day. When you arrive at work, your boss heaps work onto you, pleasantly unaware of the type of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Where there are people, there countless advertisements of some nature. . The bliss campaign.. Today's consumer is more likely to be environmentally aware.. Due to the recent popularity of energy drinks, there is a lot of competition in our product...»

Crack Vs Cocaine Class Disparities

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/26/2008   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «Cocaine is considered to be a stimulant drug which is powerfully addictive. The use of cocaine, in either powdered form or in the crack pellet form, is worldwide and is considered to be one of the drugs that are a great threat to the world. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Review of Related Literature.. Cocaine: Facts and History . Effects of Cocaine.. History of Cocaine Use.. Social Classes of America.. Upper Class.. Middle Class.. Working Class.. Lower Class.. Crack vs. Powdered Cocaine.. Powdered...»

Into the Mystic: The Possibility of Human Extinction

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/23/2008   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Evolution: In order to understand the next twelve pages of this paper, it is necessary to review the basics of biological evolution and its constituents. Evolution is much more than just change over time. For example, a caterpillar changes into a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Humble Beginnings.. Prerequisites.. Evolution.. Speciation.. Diversity.. Extinction.. Ancestry.. Signs of Aggression.. A Series of Unfortunate Events.. Dominance.. Superiority.. Serendipity.. The Brink of Extinction.. Cause and Effect .. Mass...»

Women in a Changing Economy

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/20/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «As of now, countries of South Asia comprise approximately one-sixth of the world's population. India, alone has over one billion inhabitants, and will soon surpass China as the world's most populous nation. In comparison with its size, this area...»

Synopsis abstract : «Within cultural or ethnic groups, there is a class hierarchy, and within different classes.. Cultural and Economic History.. The Place of Women in Karachi.. The Place of Women in Bombay.. A Comparison.....»

Community Influences on Nicaraguan Immigrant Acculturation

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/20/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «When faced with a host environment, immigrants must decipher the systems of their new community much like their translation of their new language. The incumbent policies and procedures for participating in a host community require a social...»

Synopsis abstract : «The Nicaraguans have constructed a noticeable presence in the United States, and in Miami in particular.. Nicaraguan acculturation is greatly encouraged through the educational system.. The degree of Nicaraguan immigrant assimilation can also be...»

Anticommunism and Racism: Forging African American Identity in a Binary Mirror

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/19/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Cold War America was a world of binaries. In a quest for patriotism, white United States citizens defined themselves by mirroring against what they were not: they were Capitalist because they were not Communist, heterosexual not homosexual, coupled...»

Synopsis abstract : «In ?The New Mirror,? narrator uses her family's new plate-glass mirror to reflect her own blackness. . Petry's narrator in ?The New Mirror? works similarly to Mine Okubo's illustrations in Citizen 13660.. Elaine Tyler May's depiction of Cold War...»

The entire context of hip-hop culture is not as stereotypical as what is portrayed in the popular media.

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/17/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Over the course of the last three decades, the stratification of society has increased notably. In addition to segregating individuals by gender, age and race society has identified a number of new subcultures that are now an integral part of social...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Hip-Hop Culture?An Overview. Violence and Hip-Hop Culture. The Positive Side of Hip-Hop Culture. Conclusion....»

The issue of gay or same-sex marriage and the dichotomy that is created in the context of this issue

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Love, intimacy and marriage are often considered to be private affairs that take place between two individuals. While it is indeed true that love is a private affair, most laymen ignore the political and cultural ramifications that are associated...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The Controversy over Gay Marriage. Love and Marriage as Private Affairs. The Social Dimension. The Legal Dimension. Conclusion....»

How capitalist society created a system of oppression that fostered the growth of black communism

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/17/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Critically reviewing the extent of the historical literature presented on black political movements that have taken place in the United States, a precursory overview of the data suggests that little consideration has been given to black political...»

Synopsis abstract : «Through a careful consideration of what scholars have noted on these two subjects, it will be possible to elucidate the how black communism has evolved as a black political movement.. However, as Dawson notes, some historians have argued that Black...»

Impact of feminism on the ability of women to make notable strides and improvements in certain areas of their lives

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «When the feminist movement formally began in the late 1960s, many women saw the movement as an opportunity to raise the American consciousness about critical issues that had long impacted the ability of women to acquire social, political and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Feminist Viewpoint. All versions of feminism assert that the existing relations between the sexes. Feminism challenges much that is taken for granted as natural, normal and desirable in our various societies.. Feminism is not simply...»

Compare and contrast gendered verbal communication and gendered nonverbal communication

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/17/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Communication, in its most rudimentary form, has been described as a process whereby a message is sent by one individual and received by another. While this process as described here is quite straightforward overall, the reality is that this process...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The Situation. Feminist Theory. Feminist Theory Applied?Verbal Communication. Feminist Theory Applied?Nonverbal Communication. A Final Word About Feminist Theory. Social Learning Theory Applied?Verbal Communication. Social Learning...»

How Adult Children can manage care of their aging parents

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/17/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Aging is a natural and healthy part of the human life cycle. As the number of aged in the United States begins to rapidly increase-as the baby boomer generation begins to reach age 65-it is reasonable to assume that research and information on the...»

Synopsis abstract : «With the realization that the number of aged in the United States will increase significantly in the near future the issue of providing care for aging parents is one that has significant implications for social discourse. . While Pyke focuses on the...»

African Influence on Jazz

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/16/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The most significant musical influences occurred in the south before the Civil War by African slaves at work. It was the migration of slaves to the south that brought a culture to America based on beats and rhythm as an expression of life. The black...»

Synopsis abstract : «African music brought a unique form off beats, rhythms, and a harmonic interpretation of color that was never experienced to such an extent in the United States before. . Improvisation also developed from the African slaves as they worked and later...»

The development and implications of violence in schools

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/15/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «In the last 20 years, American public schools have witnessed a drastic increase in the level and severity of school violence. Incidents such as those that took place in Columbine have become more prevalent in schools all across the country. When it...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. School Violence?Historical Perspective. School Violence?Social Perspective. School Violence?Philosophical Foundations. Discussion. Benefits of Reducing Bullying. Conclusion....»

The Current Status of Women in Algeria

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/15/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Women in the Untied States enjoy a high standard of living that is often unparalleled in the developing world. Although Western women still face challenges when it comes to gender roles and their position in the workplace, the rights that have been...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. A Brief History of Algeria. After the War of Independence. Modern Development, 1980 to the Present. Current Status of Women's Rights in Algeria. Conclusion....»

The Cultural and Social Position of Women in Japan

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/15/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Introduction Images of women from the Far East are often filled with stereotypes of submissive individuals that consistently capitulate to the needs and desires of men. While this image appears to have some accuracy for describing women of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Contemporary Japan?A Review of History. Measuring Women's Progress in Japan. outright discrimination is not tolerated, men have found a myriad of ways to become subversive in their discrimination of women.. Despite the fact that there...»

An Examination of Hayakawa's essay entitled "Bilingualism in America"

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/15/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Hayakawa's essay entitled "Bilingualism in America" provides a clearly articulated argument that attempts to demonstrate why current efforts to create bilingualism in the United States are not appropriate for the development of both education and...»

Synopsis abstract : «The first problem with Hayakawa's argument stems from the assertions that he makes about the importance of English to the development of the country. . Although Hayakawa's observations are indeed correct, the reality of the United States is that...»

Television Taking a Hold

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/15/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The word culture was derived from the Greek word colere, meaning "to cultivate." Since then several definitions have been developed. A U.N. document in 2002 stated culture as the "set of distinctive spiritual, material, intellectual and emotional...»

Synopsis abstract : «The dictionary definition of globalization is ?to make global or worldwide in scope or application? (Dictionary.com). . Television is no exception to this; it has come a long way over the course of history and has crossed many ?territorial...»

The Use of Learning Theories for Adult Learners

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/12/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Introduction Over the course of the twentieth century, education and psychology have become substantially intertwined. Researchers examining the applications of psychology have found that this discipline provides a notable method for helping...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Adult Learning?Some Specifics. Howard Gardner?Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Albert Bandura?Social Learning Theory. Jean Piaget?Constructivism. Conclusion....»

Mestizo Democracy

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/12/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Introduction John Francis Burke (2004) in his text Mestizo Democracy argues that as the diversity of the United States increases, changes will occur in the context of democracy. In particular, this author contends that as cultural diversity...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Burke's Ideas. The Extended Republic. Egalitarian Ideologies. Summary of the Data. Conclusion....»

An investigation into the general issue of censorship on college campuses

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/11/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «This issue of censorship is one that continues to promulgate considerable public debate. While some individuals believe that social and government institutions have an obligation to protect the general public from materials that may be harmful or...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Censorship on College Campuses?An Overview. Unfortunately, the case described by Lamb is not the only instance in which college administrators have chosen to limit the content of a campus publication. . Answering the...»

Toxicity

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/11/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «"Americans yearly consume and average of 8 to 15 pounds of chemicals that contribute nothing to the growth or maintenance of body cells" (Bowles 2). Useless and even harmful calories are constantly being consumed in our affluent society. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Consumerist eating continues to increase as advertising for food does the same. . As fast food becomes more available it also becomes more advertised. . A major problem with fast food is that it often replaces other types of food in the diet. ...»

How the mass media influences the global community

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/11/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Over the course of the last three decades, notable changes have taken place in the context of international discourse. Although many of these changes have occurred as the natural result of the evolution of individual countries, overall changes in...»

Synopsis abstract : «With the realization that the mass media has such an overwhelming impact on the development of globalization, there is a clear impetus to examine this issue and how it impacts individuals.. The Case of North Korea and its Nuclear Program as Told by...»

Feeding the American Family: Feminism and Food

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/09/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Due to the multiplicity of duties and roles families play in American society, women with families face the increasingly difficult task of managing food preparation and providing nutrition for their families at once. Women with full-time careers...»

Synopsis abstract : «In the post-World War II era, America found more women in the workforce than it had ever before. . McDonald's first restaurant opened for business in 1955 (?Where it all began?), and today, it is the largest fast food chain worldwide. . Marketing...»

Freedom or Expression or Control?: A Look at Subcultures

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/06/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Subcultures have always been seen as a form expressing individuality, making distinctions between different groups of people, and often as a form of rebellion. Subcultures are defined by style, location, purpose, music, and attitude. Through my...»

Synopsis abstract : «In his book Cultural Studies, Chris Barker discusses the difference between self-identity and social-identity. The skinheads seemed to completely contradict everything that was expected of a person of any background. . They want to show that they...»

Stanford Five-City Project Analysis

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/06/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The connection between risk factors and disease prevention are fundamental to the public health purpose. As the prevalence of cardiovascular disease was rising at alarming rates, public health professionals at Stanford University sought to clarify...»

Synopsis abstract : «Logistically the Stanford Five-City Project was a large-scale program with intervention efforts targeted at multiple populations, channels, and risk factors. The Stanford Five-City Project approached a variety of risk factors and population...»

Comparing the Public Health Efforts and Impacts among earthquakes in Central and North America

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/05/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The earthquakes in El Salvador, Colombia, and Los Angeles produced significant and multidimensional environmental health impacts. Yet the structure of their relief efforts and nature of their impacts on environmental and public health differed...»

Synopsis abstract : «A natural disaster that cannot be predicted. The earthquake that hit El Salvador on January 13th, 2001, measured 7.6 on the Richter scale. On January 25, 1999, an earthquake struck Colombia with a magnitude of 6.2 . Los Angeles suffered an...»

The Social, Political, and Public Health Development of Tuberculosis

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/05/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Tuberculosis has borne an invasive and impressionable mark on public health history. Its presence has influenced the development of medical practice and public health responsibilities, and its impact is still very much felt to this day. Yet the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Tuberculosis originally manifested itself as consumption, a disease that carried an interestingly positive diagnosis. The concept of the sanatoria meshed well with the perception of consumption. The medical discoveries that pioneered advances in...»

Political Regimes and Healthcare Reform in Latin America

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/05/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Latin American states have and continue to experience a diverse spectrum of political regimes. These shifts in political organization resonate throughout all aspects of a country's social and economic profile, with health status and care being no...»

Synopsis abstract : «One of the strongest agents directing the progress and direction of a health system is the internal nature of a country's government. Health regimes, produced by a particular political system, are also subject to the social variables of a state. The...»

Conservative Parents and Conservative Condom Usage

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/05/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Condoms offer effective protection against the most serious sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and they are also probably the most accessible form of contraception for adolescents and younger adults (Katherine Dexter 2004). In 2000, almost...»

Synopsis abstract : «Communication about sexual issues between parents and children is undoubtedly a sensitive subject. there is overwhelming evidence for the benefit of condoms in reducing STI risk. Sexual education has gone through many generations of methods and...»

A Differently Constituted Society

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/05/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «One of the few times Mary Wollstonecraft advocates an actual legal right for women in A Vindication of the Rights of Woman is when she says that a man who seduces a woman must be "legally obliged to maintain the woman and her children And this...»

Synopsis abstract : «She finds society's opinions most responsible for tyrannizing over women. This is not to say that Wollstonecraft only had the barest necessities in mind when thinking of the legal rights of women. Power, according to Wollstonecraft, seeks blind...»

Comparison and Contrast Between Two Different Theoretical Frameworks of Family: Dual Employed Parents and Multicultural Families

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/04/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Throughout the course of the twentieth century, the breadwinner/homemaker model of family structure has pervaded both cultural and sociological discourse. Interestingly, however research now demonstrates that this model is not as typical as what...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Dual Employed Parents. Multicultural Families. Comparison/Contrast of the Two Models. Conclusions....»

The Cultural and Social Position of Women in China

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/04/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «The Westerner's view of Chinese culture is one that is filled with images of the submissive woman. Chinese society is predicated on a purely patriarchal system in which the needs of men remain the principle concern and focus of Chinese society....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Women Chinese Culture and History?an Overview. Empress Lu. Empress Wu. Empress Wei. Empress Dowager Tz'u-hsi. Women in Modern China. Conclusion....»

Addressing Inferno Canto XIX: Simony and Corruption in the Papacy

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   School essay   |   06/03/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Dante writes Canto XIX as an indictment of church practices that remove its members from the spiritual sphere and give them too much political power. When corrupt people gain power in the Church, their corruption compromises the Church's status and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Dante intentions to showcase specific examples of corruption in the Church . The second pope the Poet singles out for condemnation . The poets painting Clement V as the worst of the corrupt simoniacs to come. Conclusio...»

The feminist movement in the Middle East in comparison to the feminist movement in the U.S

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   06/03/2008   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The feminist movement in the United States began more than a century ago. Although it was not labeled as such until the late 1950s, a review of women's history in the United States reveals that women have long fought for social, economic and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Feminism?An Overview.. Feminism in the Middle East.. Feminism in Iran.. Feminism in Turkey.. Synthesis of the Information.. Conclusion.....»

Social Issues in Computer Technology

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   School essay   |   06/02/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «One issue that Australians will be confronted with in the future is the privacy of the individual, in lieu of the proposal of computerizing personal medical records. Due to the fact that medical records hold highly sensitive information about what...»

Synopsis abstract : «Privacy of the Individual.. Health and Safety.. Data Security.. Conclusion....»

Taking the Lid off Jungle Fever: A Content Analysis

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Case study   |   06/02/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «There has been a marked increase in the rate of interracial marriages involving Blacks. In fact, from the 1960 to the 1990 Census, black intermarriages have grown four-fold. It has been surmised that this is brought about by the stronger synthesis...»

Synopsis abstract : «Research Question and Background.. Analysis and Conclusion.. This phenomenon of racism goes beyond the realm of interracial marriages or relations. . Future Directions.. One other limitation of the study is the fact that the content analysis has...»

Birds of A Feather Suffer Together: Social consequences of suffering in the texts of Pushkin and Avvakum

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/02/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Though some are quick to call Russians a patient, long-suffering folk, the idea of accepting the yoke of life's misfortunes and trudging onward is not characteristic of all Russian literature and history. Characters in Alexander Pushkin's The...»

Synopsis abstract : «To understand how suffering functions within these works, we can start by understanding the characters' conceptions of why they are suffering. . This admission suggests that the torment present in their interactions is not unilateral.. If Avvakum's...»

Bloodlines and Backgrounds: Heredity vs. Environment in Herodotus' Histories and Xuanzang's Si-Yu-Ki

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/02/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Perhaps the current debate surrounding the importance of genetics and upbringing on behavior is not as "current" as many are apt to believe. Though our society has developed specific jargon to discuss more scientifically the abstract concepts of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Much of the author's personal biases are present in their historical narratives.. One important historical narrative in Si-Yu-Ki (which involves reincarnative carryover) describes a master.. Conversely, many of Herodotus' stories are subtle...»

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