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Teen Violence, 2007.
This paper looks at the causes of teenage violence.
1,038 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the problem of teenage violence in society reflects the way certain influences shape the behavior of young people, notably peer pressure, media depictions, and the tensions of the teenage years. The writer points out that there is no one solution to the problem of teen violence, just as there isn't one type of teen violence, but an understanding of the variety of types of violence and of the influences on each can be a beginning to finding solutions. The writer concludes that the solutions to teenage violence that can be implemented now can be general, to reduce violence by getting young people to have more understanding of the consequences of their behavior, or specific, to reduce the possibility of one of the specific types of violence that are seen.
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"Sports is only one of the sources for violent images that may affect young people. Dietz notes the prevalence of violence in video games, and especially gender violence that may shape the behavior of young males toward females. The process of socialization for boys and gilds is different from the first, and each is encouraged to adopt certain traits characterized as masculine or feminine. These traits then affect the roles these individuals assume, as do images from television programs and advertisements. The popularity of video games gives the images in these games even greater power today, and Dietz notes how the lessons in many video games may contribute to a pervasive idea of male power over the female and so lead to gender violence."
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Substance Abuse and Parents, 2007.
This paper discusses the issue of substance abuse and parental functioning.
1,348 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the issue of determining the best parenting styles is a consistent topic among psychologists, parents, physicians and other professionals. The writer points out that typically parents desire to raise their children to be productive members of society and provide them with the essentials of life that will allow them to grow into healthy and confident human beings. The writer then discusses that when the parent is addicted to a particular substance the concern for that individual's parenting style is of even greater concern. The writer maintains that the effectiveness of the parenting styles of substance abusers can only be measured by the children of these individuals and the impact that the substance abuse has had on their lives. The writer concludes that when it is apparent that children of substance abusers are significantly more likely to abuse drugs or alcohol, become sexually promiscuous or live deviant lifestyles than children of non-abusers, it would appear that the parenting styles of substance abusers are insufficient.
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"The purpose of the study was to focus on the parenting of the mothers and fathers that raised these individuals, in comparison to the parenting styles of the addicts that participated in the study. The researchers found that all of the addicts that were evaluated believed that they were better parents of their own children than their parents had been to them. The researchers also found that in each case the addict felt a closer emotional connection to his or her mother and believed that the mother had been the primary caregiver in the home. However, of the addicts surveyed it was discovered that almost all of the parents that raised the individuals had a substance abuse problem involving alcohol."
"In relation to their own children the addicts believed that they were more stable and that they provided a better environment than their own parents."
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Violence on Television, 2007.
An analysis of the violence on television and films that children are exposed to and how parents can combat the effects of this exposure.
1,661 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 54.95
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This paper reports on violence on television and the effect it has on elementary school-aged children. The paper also discusses what parents and educators can do to protect children from these negative images and influences. The paper presents examples from television and videos, as well as from music videos, of the types of violence to which children are exposed.
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"It seems very clear that there is too much violence on television, and that children are therefore exposed to far too much violence. It is also clear that this is impacting them negatively. Moreover, this is becoming more pronounced because violence on television is increasingly glamorized, such as in the Matrix movies, or in music videos (as children obviously tend to admire the famous music stars and their glamorous lives). However, there is hope. It seems clear that if parents and educators work together, they can protect children can be protected from the violence they are exposed to on television."
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Indian Child Welfare, 2007.
An analysis of the problems associated with the 1978 Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and possible solutions to the problems.
1,534 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper analyzes Indian child welfare in Oregon in the United States. It particularly discusses the 1978 Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), which regulates placement proceedings involving Native-American children. It looks at the benefits of the law, as well as the problems associated with it, such as the lack of proper enforcement. The paper then discusses how these problems can be remedied.
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"In conclusion, the Indian Child Welfare Act was passed into law in 1978 because the federal government recognized that it was necessary to reestablish tribal authority in Oregon and other states in cases involving the adoption or removal of Native American children from their homes. The ICWA was considered necessary because a very high percentage of Indian families had been broken up by non-tribal agencies because state officials did not understand or accept Indian culture."
"In order to remedy this, the ICWA established minimum standards for the removal of Native American children from their homes and assured tribal participation in court proceedings. But in Oregon and many other states, establishing clearer guidelines is necessary so caseworkers can formulate plans that conform to federal ICWA standards and thus ensure that the intent of the federal Act is fulfilled, and the rights of Native American children and their families are protected."
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"A Tribe Apart", 2007.
An analysis of Patricia Hersch's text "A Tribe Apart: A Journey into the Heart of American Adolescence".
1,111 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper explores Patricia Hersch's 1998 text, "A Tribe Apart: A Journey into the Heart of American Adolescence" and outlines the central beliefs and assumptions which inform her work. It also considers the corrective action Hersch believes must be taken if certain arresting (and deeply troubling) trends in society are to be halted. Finally, the paper also considers how successfully Hersch's text serves as a example of how adults and adolescents can learn to communicate with one another by the former allowing the latter to speak for themselves.
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"At its core, Hersch's book is about the idea that children are paying the price for the social un-mooring of the 1960s and 1970s. That is to say, many of "today's" children - Hersch's book was released in 1998 - are growing up without the support and supervision of adults and are therefore not instructed in how to grapple successfully with the challenges and responsibilities of school, social life, even participation in a democratic society. Hersch proceeds onward to note - and here she draws upon a comment by Peter L. Benson of the Search Institute - that America has somehow forgotten what is necessary for the raising of healthy, productive children (12). In a real sense, young people today are becoming a "tribe apart" because the harried adults of the 1990s and 2000's are finding it difficult to incorporate the supervision and counseling of young people into their lives. "
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Death and Children, 2007.
This paper discusses personal and African cultural attitudes towards death.
1,244 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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The writer demonstrates how Africa's culture in general denies death and denies children a healthy expression of grief. The writer relates that children internalize signs of grief such as depression and withdrawal, or they externalize grief as anger, aggression or behaviors that are not socially condoned. The writer describes how his/her own childhood was impacted with cultural attitudes that produced a lasting effect on his/her view of death and ability to grieve. The writer concludes that on both a personal level and a wider scale, the emotional issues related to loss need to be addressed.
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"Africa is comprised of many regions with different racial and religious groups as well as various issues related to death and grief. In general, however, the cultural norms and socialization agents tend to be the same. Death, especially as it affects children, is denied, and before adolescence children are not allowed to have any association with funerals or other rituals. Meanwhile, Africa has one of the highest death rates in the world. Certain people on that continent see the reality of death for what it is, where death is linked to global inequality. For the most part, death is perceived in terms of superstition."
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Marijuana as a Gateway Drug, 2007.
This paper examines how marijuana is considered a gateway for higher level drugs within American drug culture.
1,433 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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The paper explains many of the social theories as to why marijuana is deemed a gateway drug for harder illegal drugs. The paper discuses statistical evidence that many young people find it safe to use marijuana, which leads them to heavier narcotic progressions in adulthood.
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"In sociology the study of cultural norms and social policies created by authorities is one aspect of the drug culture of marijuana that has been a problem in America. For many analysts, the study of marijuana has often been connected with what is called a "gateway" drug for higher level narcotics. The "drug culture" that defines this issue on low level drugs is often connected through societal norms that encourage the validity of marijuana within multiple addiction scenarios. The government, as the major authority on the illegality of marijuana, sets the law and then enforces a penalty for breaking the rules. In this manner, the moral foundation for deviancy is created not only by the government, but also by local ethical or religious groups that find a commonality for social deviancy (Becker 133). This two-fold creation of governmental authority and moral authority (Churches, social organizations, etc.) relates directly to why marijuana users are easily demonized, but more so, these institutions often categorize the drug as an early stage primer for harder drugs."
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Family Health, 2007.
A case study presentation discussing how the health of patients can be affected by their family members.
822 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 29.95
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This paper discusses the role of the family in health and how the family is very important in assuring the health of other family members. It presents a case study of an obstetrics case and discusses how the health of other family members affects the health of the patient. The paper is written in a narrative form and presents the experiences of the writer in this realm.
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"This is a common element in post-natal health care, for the doctor has to get the parents to understand what would be the best health care for the child. It can be more difficult to achieve the same self-awareness with respect to the parents' own health needs, but it is just as important to do so. In terms of the family under discussion, all the adults in the family are better at seeing to it that the health needs of the children are met and are learning how to get the thr3ee-year-old to exercise a degree of self-care as well. The process is indeed more difficult for the mother, her mother, and her husband, all of whom see the need to protect the health of the children but all of whom are more than willing to sacrifice their own health in the process and indeed to adhere to long-standing cultural practices that may not be as healthy as they believe."
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Adolescent Counseling, 2007.
A case study outlining a treatment plan for an adolescent girl who has undergone assault over a long period of time.
1,740 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper provides a treatment plan for a 14 year-old girl assaulted over a period of time by her step-father. The paper delves into the major goals and objectives of the treatment plan, the interventions which will be pursued and the people who will play an integral role in nursing her back to psychological health. The paper also incorporates the DSM-IV diagnosis approach and outlines the ethical and legal considerations which must be borne in mind at all times.
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Abstract
Child And Adolescent Counseling: Case Presentation And Treatment Plan
Introduction: Subject Description, Presenting Problems, Diagnosis, Goals, And Description Of Intervention
Client And Family Dynamics
Diagnosis using the DSM IV, 5-Axis
3 General Treatment Goals For This Client
3 Objectives For Each Goal
Rationale For Treatment Plan
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"The three goals cited earlier in this paper were chosen because this child has a profound guilt complex that has led her towards two aborted suicide attempts. Further, because she is deeply withdrawn, she is forcing herself to shoulder all of her pain without others to assist her; she is also more likely to consider suicide again without others to dissuade her. Finally, it is clear she must re-capture her self-esteem or she will continue to repeat the "endless loop" she is on. Of all of these issues, it seems paramount to address her feelings of guilt, for she has enough to worry about without shouldering the blame for the despicable actions of another."
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Child Labor, 2007.
An analysis of the negative implications of child labor for the economic development of a country.
807 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper argues that child labor has a negative impact on a country's economic development. The paper discusses the reasons why child labor is used and how children find themselves in a situation where they can be exploited. It describes the negative impact that child labor has on the child and his family, as well as on society, due to lack of schooling and other problems for these children.
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"Whilst children are often forced into work to aid their family financially, the result of child labor can sometimes be the opposite. Though children generally work for poverty reasons, they are not well paid. Children are exploited in that they are forced to work for long hours for low pay. Bonded labor, for instance, occurs when a family takes an advance payment (usually quite low, sometimes as little as U.S. $15) to hand a child over to an employer. Typically in these cases the child cannot "work off" this debt and the family can rarely raise the money to reclaim their child (Human Rights Watch). Workplaces are also typically structured so that workplace "expenses" are deducted from the child's earnings and the family cannot earn a reasonable amount of money. In some cases, contracts exist so that labor is generational, e.g. a child may be sold into labor on the condition that their offspring and their offspring's offspring work for the employer for free (Human Rights Watch). This perpetuates a cycle of negative economic activity to the detriment of the family and the country. Bonded labor has been proven to exist amongst millions of child workers in India alone (in the Human Rights Watch 2003 report)."
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Age, Peers and Delinquency Relationship, 2007.
A review of D. Mears and S. Field's article, "A Closer Look at the Age, Peers, and Delinquency Relationship".
1,280 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper summarizes and analyzes Mears and Field's article, "A Closer Look at the Age, Peers, and Delinquency Relationship". It provides an overview of the authors' research and discusses how the research was conducted, the subjects used and the findings from the research. The paper then presents the writer's personal opinion regarding the relevance and pertinence of the data presented by the authors and describes which findings were the most interesting and why.
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Introduction
Research Overview
Personal Opinion Regarding Research
Conclusion
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"In the end, Mears and Field's (2002) research is a step forward in understanding not only the previously known separate relationships between delinquency and age and delinquency and peer associations, but also builds upon the interrelationship between age and peer associations and their effect on delinquent behavior. The research used pertinent and relevant data, via the NYS, to draw these conclusions regarding the positive interrelationship and was able to provide interesting insight into specifically the types of offenses that were most significantly affected by this interrelationship. The article furthers the understanding of delinquent behavior and its causes."
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Children Raised by Same-Sex Couples, 2007.
An argument suggesting that the only thing that threatens the children of same-sex couples is societal prejudices against their parents, rather than their family situation.
1,370 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper examines the issues surrounding children who are raised by same-sex couples. It shows that these children are not endangered or compromised in any way by their nontraditional living situation. The paper also discusses whether these children are more likely to be homosexual, simply because their parents are. It then suggests that the only thing that threatens the children of same-sex couples is societal prejudices against their parents, rather than their family situation.
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"In conclusion, we have seen that - contrary to popular belief - many same-sex couples raise children. We have also seen that the children they raise do just as well as other children, and that the parenting skills and psychological health of same-sex couples are comparable to those of heterosexual couples. Thus, while these families may not be traditional, they are nevertheless good families. Moreover, children raised by same-sex couples are no more likely than other children to turn out gay themselves - and even if they were, this would not in itself constitute an argument against same-sex parenting, as there is nothing wrong with being lesbian or gay. As we have seen, the only serious problems faced by children of same-sex couples are that other people may discriminate against them, and also that the legal systems of most countries do not protect them, because their parents cannot marry. Thus, all in all, same-sex parenting should be accepted as a viable way to raise children, and social attitudes and laws should be amended to support these families."
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Birth Order and Personality, 2007.
This paper explores the idea of personality development being affected by the order of a child's birth.
1,254 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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The paper researches the theory of birth order and personality development and shows how the theory of birth order can only be positively identified with poor families because of financial insecurities that occur with a greater number of children. The paper relates that one specific element cannot alone create the personality of a child; environment, birth order, society, the family ideals and economic factors all affect a person. The paper concludes that, while the concept of birth order in regard to personality development can be applied to some children, it is not a universal standard that explains the complete personality of all people.
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"The idea of personality development being affected by the order that a child is born into the family has been debated for decades. Some researchers suggest that when there is more than one child in the home the children will take on certain personality characteristics simply because of when they were born in relation to other children. Yet, other researchers suggest that the concept of birth order and personality development cannot be proven, or is only evident in poor families. Furthermore, within the debate is the insistence that what many researchers focus upon as birth order affecting children's personalities is actually environmental factors that have not been considered. Because the debate surrounding this issue is so vast, it is apparent that no one common factor can measure the personality development of a child because each child is subjected to his or her own world, which is filled with elements impacting personality."
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Girl Gangs, 2007.
A look into a school intervention program for high school girls involved girl gangs.
5,176 words (approx. 20.7 pages), 36 sources, APA, $ 129.95
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This paper discusses research into North American youth gangs and suggests a basic intervention for senior public school girls involved in girl gangs. The paper focuses on explaining the vulnerabilities of girls when they're involved in gangs or associating with gang members and paper discusses urban youth gangs according to a systems approach borrowed from the study of North American families. In particular, the paper examines how the school has proven to be a place where parents or other adults can commence volunteer service towards protecting girls and their communities from gang influences. The paper also looks at how school-based interventions for young people tend to attract concerned adults who can make strong everyday contributions to 'reclaiming' their areas while aiding youths involved in gangs.
Outline:
Introduction
The Problem
Significance
Review of Literature
A School or Community Centre Intervention
Presenting Materials
Responding to Questions on Girl Gangs
Including Adults
Discussion
Concluding Remarks
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"Alarm at the crack cocaine culture of often violent youth gangs began in the mid-1980s, at first, failing to address the reality of girls as opposed to gang-involved boys, but by the time of the 1990s national assessment of the Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) program, it was known that girls should be addressed as a distinct entity, that one could not refer to generic young people. (Ramsey Et Al: 2003, Williams Et Al: 2002, Esbensen & Osgood: 1999) Girls are threatened by gang membership because their experiences of gang life differ from those of most boys in the presence of a very sexist subculture. "
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An Abused Child's Story, 2007.
This paper analyzes "Wayne: An Abused Child's Story of Courage, Survival, and Hope" by Wayne Theodore.
1,665 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 54.95
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The paper examines "Wayne: An Abused Child's Story of Courage, Survival, and Hope", which is a first-person account of a childhood ravaged by abuse and violence. The paper relates that the book is written in the form of a memoir and shows how it powerfully conveys the harsh and bitter reality of child abuse. The paper also relates the author's goals of discussing why child abuse happens, what it feels like to be subjected to it and what the short-term and long-term consequences are for the child.
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"In summarizing Theodore's main points and examining his purpose in writing this book, it is evident that he wants his readers to understand why child abuse happens, what it feels like to be subjected to it, what the short-term and long-term consequences are for the child, and how they can be overcome. His primary purpose was to share his own experiences with others, especially other victims of child abuse, in the hope that doing so will encourage them to heal themselves and begin new lives, while doing their part to elevate national awareness about this issue."
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School Violence, 2007.
This paper provides an analysis of the causes and responses to the issue of school violence.
2,041 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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In this article, the writer notes that tragically, school violence has been a chronic problem in America for many years. Many Americans have mistakenly believed that school violence is mainly confined to large school districts in major cities, but the writer points out that this is not the case, for many of the most recent incidents have occurred in schools in small towns and rural areas. The writer discusses that trends are confirming that incidents of school violence are not only spreading, they are becoming more frequent, despite the potential of relatively recent programs such as school uniform codes and improved security measures. The writer concludes that a much greater emphasis on counseling and therapy in every American school is necessary, for the strategic problem of endemic school violence requires a strategic, nationwide response. Some of the sources used in the paper are attached.
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"Those who argue that aggression is caused by genetic factors point out that since genes have been proven to affect aggression in mice, the same may be applied to humans as a genetic explanation of aggression. These views of genetic or material essentialism claim that not only are the physical characteristics of an individual determined by genetic information, but one's social roles, behaviors, and relationships also have a biological-genetic base."
"Those who argue that aggression is caused by environment have a strong argument, for countless psychologists and sociologists are convinced that aggression is principally a result of the frustration of basic needs. When one considers the fact that the most violent schools are generally those in areas suffering from the most poverty, it becomes apparent that aggression is exhibited because the aggressor, usually a young male, needs things his environment cannot provide him. When they are out of reach, he lashes out."
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Illinois General Assembly Bill HB0759, 2007.
This paper describes the Illinois General Assembly Bill HB0759.
1,315 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper explains why Illinois General Assembly Bill HB0759 was proposed, who championed the bill and what changes have been made to this piece of legislation. The paper is of the opinion that this bill is an exemplary one insofar as it seeks to protect the most vulnerable members of Illinois society.
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"Naturally enough, it is vital that any reader have a solid understanding of just what bill HB0759 entails. For one thing, the original bill, as introduced, amends the state Children and Family Services Act by providing that every eligible child with a diagnosis of a mental illness shall receive mental health services. More specifically, the bill calls for the state Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) to assess each mental health community network in the State to ascertain what needs to be done in order for each network to provide appropriate mental health services for vulnerable children. At the same time, the bill mandates that the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) must submit a report detailing the department's assessment of the health community networks as well as a plan outlining the identified needs; this plan must be submitted to the Governor and to the General Assembly."
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Media, Technology and the Home, 2007.
This paper explores the effects entertainment technologies have had on family life.
2,206 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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The paper discusses how the "home" in most cultures around the world has been spatially and socially transformed by new technologies. The paper examines this process in terms of the marketing of modern entertainment technologies (television, games and the Internet). The paper argues that the introduction of these technologies is fragmenting the social bonds that have historically been the heart of the concept of home.
Outline:
Introduction
Technology and the Home
Technological Adoption and Determinism
The Future of Entertainment Technologies
Conclusion
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"It must be acknowledged that the introduction of socially transformative technologies in the domestic home is not a recent phenomenon. In fact, this process began with the Industrial Revolution and accelerated towards the end of the 19th century as electrification began to spatially and socially transform domestic life on an unprecedented level. Traditionally, the hearth had been the spatial center of the home as it offered both heat and light to the family. The spatial clustering of members of a family unit around the hearth intensified social connections between members through conversation. Moreover, it was not in the interests of most families to promote dispersion of the family throughout the house, as fire - the primary source of both heat and light - was too dangerous to be in the hands of young children (Nye 282)."
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Introducing Ballroom Dance to Children, 2007.
This paper compares the movies "Mad Hot Ballroom" and "Take The Lead".
1,214 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The paper compares and contrasts two movies "Mad Hot Ballroom" and "Take The Lead", which deal with the ballroom dance school program and its impact on the children. The paper examines the importance that is placed on the voices of the children in both films. The paper relates that both films show how a short dance class can impact children and teenagers. The paper argues, however, that in "Mad Hot Ballroom" the voices of the children are better represented and the experiences and agendas of childhood are more realistically portrayed.
From the Paper
"Both films deal with the same topic: introducing ballroom dancing to children and the impact that this exposure has on the childern. However, there are many differences between the two films in how this is done. One of the biggest differences is in the age of the children. While the students of the documentary are 4th and 5th graders and thus 10-12 years of age, those of the "Take the lead" are older teenagers in high school. The children in "Mad hot ballroom" are from different social, economic, religious and cultural groups, while the children in "Take the lead" are "ghetto" children (at least "ghetto" in the Hollywood sense), mostly black, from lower social and economic groups."
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