Policy Problem: Social Service Clients: Canada
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A 5 page paper which discusses a policy problem as it relates to the benefits received by social service clients in Canada. This problem is also one which effects child welfare. The problem presented is that which involves financial reductions, and inadequacies, in government policy. The paper presents possible solutions to this policy problem. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: RAsocialcnda.wps

Proposal into Research in Domestic Violence
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An 8 page research proposal seeking to determine whether women of higher socioeconomic status truly are less likely to report domestic abuse. The premise here is that those women of higher socioeconomic levels are less likely to report domestic violence. They frequently have images to uphold in the community, and their husbands often have greater influence and financial resources, often used to thwart efforts by intervention agencies or even the local courts. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSdomVioRich.rtf

Propsal -- Working Mothers vs. Non-Working Mothers / Impact Upon Children
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This 7 page paper discusses a proposal for a research study to investigate the psychological impact on children of working mothers and non-working mothers. The hypotheses are that the impact is minimal and, in fact, children from homes where the mother works may even have some advantages. Bibliography includes 2 references.
Filename: Promo.wps

Psychosocial Functioning Of The Family
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14 pages in length. Lisa was fed up with hiding the fact that she was a lesbian. While she was not quite sure how her family would react to such news, she had reached the end of her rope; no longer could she continue living a lie. If her mom and dad are not receptive to her sexual orientation, she pondered, she was old enough to live on her own. To be sure, living in a house where homosexuality is a dirty word is no place for Lisa. Her brother, on the other hand, would be openly accepting of her alternative lifestyle, inasmuch as he had always been the underdog who can relate to being different. Would that automatically brand her family as dysfunctional, even though her parents were pillars of the community? On the outside, Lisa and her brother were always putting forth an image quite removed from their real selves as a means by which to uphold their parent's social representation. But now, thought Lisa, it was time for her to relinquish the deep-seated guilt associated with her well-to-do white bread family and take back her own life. The writer discusses how her family reacts to the news, as well as how it impacts the family structure. Bibliography lists 17 sources.
Filename: TLCpsyfm.wps

Puerto Rican Migration & The Quest For Social Equality
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Beginning with a history of reasons Puerto Ricans came to the mainland, this 15 page research paper delves into the psychology of today's new migrant and the need for empathetic social service programs. It is argued that Puerto Ricans can best be serviced by those who are of their own culture, or at least -- of their Latin-America background as it is difficult for anyone else to earn necessary trust. Suggestions and specific cultural examples are provided throughout. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Puetomi2.wps

Puerto Ricans on the Mainland
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A 10 page paper focusing on this topic. The writer looks at the impact on the US of Puerto Rican migration, and examines how this ethnic group has assimilated into the culture. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Pr.wps

Raising Children With Special Needs
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A 6 page research paper investigating the stress parents experience raising a child who has exceptional needs. Topics include types of stress, family functioning, social support, implications for parents and counselors. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Stressp.wps

Recreation For The Disabled
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In this 4 page paper, the writer examines community recreation programs for disabled persons, the importance of reinforcing achievements, techniques such as the use of "sight words," and more. It is made clear that many disabled people fail to participate in such activities and that although a number of skills are usually required, it is usually worthwhile for them to do so. Participation is known to enhance exploration of the environment, expanded repertoire of recreation skills, increased opportunities for social interactions, and improved physical fitness among disabled persons. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Recredis.wps