Children and Divorce
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A 6 page discussion of the impacts of divorce on school-age children. Observes that the impacts of divorce on school-age children are negative overall. The degree of this impact, however, is largely dependent on a number of factors such as the degree of conflict which exists prior to and after the divorce, the custody arrangements, the degree to which the estranged parent stays involved with the children, and the age a child is when divorce occurs. Concludes, however, that children are tremendously flexible in regard to their ability to adjust. With proper awareness from educators and parents children of divorce can recover and even learn to excel in their academic and personal pursuits.
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Children and Divorce: The Advantages of Group Therapy
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A 9 page overview of the many impacts divorces inflicts on children. Emphasizes that group therapy can go a long way toward resolving these impacts and in optimizing child welfare. Concludes, however, that group therapy, however, is just as dependent on outside factors as is any other type of behavioral therapy. The variation in effectiveness is largely dependent on a number of factors such as the degree of conflict which exists prior to and after the divorce, the custody arrangements, the degree to which the estranged parent stays involved with the children, and the age a child is when divorce occurs. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Children and Divorce: The Advantages of Group Therapy
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A 14 page discussion of the benefits of group therapy in dealing with children of divorced families. Emphasizes the need for well-trained and experienced group therapists in dealing with these sometimes complex situations. In addition to the qualifications of the therapist, however, a number of outside factors such as family cooperation and structure can have a tremendous impact on the effectiveness of group therapy in divorce. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Children Born Out Of Wedlock
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An 8 page paper that presents a proposal for a research study. The introduction provides an overview of the topic, e.g., the proportion of out-of-wedlock births and the outcomes for these children. A literature review with data is next followed by the theoretical framework for the study, the hypotheses, data sources and data collection method, independent variables and dependent variable. Data are included. Bibliography includes 10 sources.
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Civilization and Freedom
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This 5 page paper looks at two views of civilization. Freud's "Civilization and Its Discontents" is discussed along with Haggard's "She." An overview of each book is provided and civilization as opposed to freedom is discussed. The paper also considers gender. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA123civ.rtf

Clinical Issues in the Film “Transamerica”
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A 5 page clinical view of the character Stanley. Stanley is seeking a sex change operation but first he must deal with the existence of a previously unknown son. Bibliography lists sources.
Filename: PPpsyTransamerica.rtf

Close Relationships & Low Self Esteem
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A 10 page paper discussing close relationships and how many different situations, or conflicts, affect the individual's self esteem. There are many reasons to feel insecure in a close relationship. Sometimes there is a real reason why people should be insecure, such as cases where past infidelity or lying has been a reality. but often it is perhaps our own imagined insecurities that cause us problems. A research question is offered for examination followed by possibilities for the variables involved. This is followed by a literature review which examines cases where research has been conducted on self esteem and relationships. The paper ends with and evaluation of all the information provided. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy & Person Centered Therapy
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This 10 page paper begins by providing a brief description of these therapeutic approaches. The writer then discuses each in terms of its approach to depression. A student-supplied case study is used. The writer comments on how they would feel using each approach with this client and which approach is better. The writer also comments on which approach might be more effective in a multicultural situation. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Cognitive Therapy : Addiction & Trauma
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A 10 page paper. The essay begins by explaining cognitive therapy, its foundations and major premises. The writer comments on the relationship between cognitive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. The focus turns to using both approaches with substance abuse. The writer then discusses the use of cognitive therapy with trauma victims. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Cohabitation & Marriage
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The effects of cohabitation on an impending marriage are discussed in this 5 page paper. Also examined, more briefly, is the current trend for couples to marry but live apart. The paper concludes that it is more beneficial for relationships if the couple lives together than if they live apart, whether or not they are married. Religious aspects are explored as well but the paper takes a sociological point of view. The effects of cohabitation on children are also discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Cohabitation / Problems
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A 5 page paper discussing the problems that can arise from living together without marriage. Living together has caused far more controversy than just the value of maintaining laws that are no longer enforced. The focus here is its effects on traditional marriage and social issues. Though the most common opinion is that there is nothing 'wrong' with living together either instead of, or before marriage, there is increasing evidence that there is indeed something 'wrong' with it, to the extent that it is listed as a risk factor against the success of subsequent marriage between the same partners. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Collective memory and social history
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A paper which considers the psychological concept of collective memory with particular reference to its importance in the study of social history. Bibliography lists 5 sources
Filename: JLcollmem.rtf

Commitment In Interpersonal/Sexual Relationships
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This 20 page paper explores the topics of commitment in interpersonal and commitment in sexual relationships beginning with an introduction to the concept of commitment – what is it, what does it mean in today's world, and the conclusions of two studies looking into commitment between dating couples. The writer then discuses the ethics of commitment and sexual ethics, a very hot topic in today's world, most of which focuses on the relationship of homosexual couples; next, is a discussion of the theology of commitment. The writer asserts that God wants us to make commitments, first to Him and then to others in our lives but where does commitment fit in this disposable world. The last section addresses pastoral care and counseling, premarital, marital, and divorce. Here, the different types of families are identified along with the ways in which some pastors face the challenge of these diverse families, including the lesbian or gay couple. An approach that has been remarkably successful in reducing the number of divorces is explained in this section. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PGrlcmt.rtf

Communication and Symbolic Interaction Theory
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This 7 page report discusses the various aspects of “Symbolic Interaction” in terms of the relationships that exists between groups of people and within those groups. No sources listed.
Filename: BWcomean.rtf

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
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This 6 page paper analyzes the loss of a sense of community and offers solutions for a return to it. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Comparative: Lesbian to Heterosexual Alcohol Abuse
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This paper explores the increased risk to lesbians of alcohol abuse and associates risks, including suicide, battery, cancer, and lack of pyschological treatment. Bibliography lists 7 sources. JVlesalc.rtf
Filename: JVlesalc.rtf

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