Category: Sociology 7256
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White Supremacy in Dred Scott v. John Sandford Case
The primary source is the legislative document presenting the case of Dred Scott v. John Sandford, written by Chief Justice Roger Taney in 1857. It reveals some of the legal implications related to the court’s decision on the possibility of slaves’ participation in the political life of the country and captures the broad historical context…
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The Issue of Gun Violence and Prevention Measures
Table of Contents Introduction Public Opinions Homicides and Suicides Conclusion References Introduction Gun violence has become a nation-wide issue that might affect any person regardless of their status or location. According to Malina, Morrissey, Campion, Hamel, and Drazen (2016), more than 33,000 fatal cases involving firearm use were reported in 2013. People throughout the country…
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History of Social Welfare and the Political Arena
Immigrants are seen invading United States of America through free scholarship and green cards. Immigrants affect the country financially. This is where the number of consumers increases hence fluctuating the budget. Communities which receive immigrants get support from social workers who are seen to be very generous, supportive and welcoming. Immigrants are seen to be…
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Effects of Cell Phone on Society
Research on the negative effects of smartphones on students is often controversial. This essay reveals the pros and cons of cell phone use in society. Table of Contents Impact of Mobile Phones on Society: Essay Introduction Introduction of Subject Statement of Opinion Thesis Statement about Cell Phones Conclusion Reference List Impact of Mobile Phones on…
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Sequentially Planned Integrative Counselling for Children Model Approach
Table of Contents Introduction Evaluation of theoretical Framework The Use of Assessment Measures The Therapeutic Relationship Developmental Considerations Ethical Considerations Conclusion References Introduction The Sequentially Planned Integrative Cancelling for Children (SPICC) is a model developed to assist in child psychotherapy through five phases: applying theories to assist in counseling children with psychological distress. The purpose…
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Tackling Multi-Faced Racial Fetishism
For many decades the word “racism” and “fetishism” evoked negative sensations and connotations due to well-known factors. These delicate topics were never something to be easily dealt with. Nowadays we observe the reverse. Not that they are approved of, they are clashed together to reveal an interesting but nonetheless frightening combination of ‘racial fetishism’. Both…
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Cultural Differences and Similarities
Addiction may have different or similar affect on different group of people or cultures. This article enumerates the differences and similarities of the effect of addiction on six groups of people – families, adolescents, women, people of color, disable persons, and Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered individuals. The paper first presents a chart demonstrating the…
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Women Torture in Iran: Analysis of the Issue
Introduction Torturing women is officially forbidden in many countries; however, in Iran, there are cases where women’s rights are being oppressed. The issue of continuous torture against Iranian women needs to be addressed since it remains an apparent problem. Although the revolution officially gave rights to women, the problem cannot be considered solved. There is…
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Deaf Community in the Modern World
Introduction The deaf community is among the most undermined in the modern world, frequently thought to have free access to all services. Thus, deaf and hard of hearing people face various challenges each day that significantly influence their mental state. Thousands of deaf Americans are unable to communicate due to people’s lack of American Sign…
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Russian Immigrants’ Oral History
Russia has always been interesting to me. Being the largest country in the world, it has its own unique and interesting history, which is full of the outstanding men, great achievements and mysteries. Their culture is just opposite to ours and it is very interesting to get to know about another lifestyle, mentality and the…