Child, Youth Issues papers

Discusses the emotional and psychological development process that takes place in early adulthood.

A look at the factors contributing to the rise in juvenile delinquency and potential solutions.

Examines different solutions to the adolescent problem of peer pressure.

Examines the effect of divorce on the lives of children.

An in-depth look at the social problems relating to adolescent pregnancies in America today.

An overview of the emotional effects of divorce on children.

Discusses the need for new laws surrounding the issue of virtual child pornography.

Examines whether sex education should be taught in the schools.

This paper outlines court cases, as well as Biblical scripture, on the death penalty for minors.

A comprehensive analysis of the reported benefits and harmful effects of corporal punishment in the United States.

Covers key points surrounding teenagers and premarital sex.

Examines the effects and implications of divorce on adolescents.

An examination of factors that affect the moral development of adolescents, written from a Christian caregiver's perspective.

Discusses a study designed to examine the efficacy of parental education programs in the prevention of child abuse.

This paper discusses that the causality of juvenile offenders has changed, and therefore, the juvenile court system must change.

Explores the problem of school violence, what can be done to prevent i,t and how to deal with the aftermath of violence at school.

An insight into the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of adolescent depression.

Overview of a theory that emphasizes the importance of environment in human development.

Makes several arguments against lowering the legal age for alcohol consumption.

Presents a detailed examination of a research study regarding the use of amphetamines for the treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder.

Examines the ripple effect of urban violence on the family and the wider community.

Examines the link between rap music and youth violence.

An overview of the causes and traits of bipolar disorder in children and teens.

This paper discusses the issues of youth gangs and their prevalence in U.S.

Examines how alcoholism affects family members, especially children.

This paper is a research dissertation focusing on the concept and implementation of universal preschool in Illinois.

This paper discusses the relationship between television violence and juvenile delinquency.

A discussion of the issues involved when adopted children seek out their birth parents.

A study of the effect of violent television and media on the children who view it.

Summary and analysis of studies on underage drinking.

Examines the effect that video games have on children and youth.

Research study on whether a religious upbringing translates to better behavior in children.

This paper discusses that statistics reveal that teenage issues, such as alcohol and drug abuse, violence, and sexual orientation, represent critical problems in America.

Examines the issue of violence on television and whether it causes long-term aggressive behavior.

Examines the influence that famous athletes have on youth and adult populations.

A discussion of State and federal Internet laws and regulations.

A paper about the rise in juvenile delinquency statistics in the United States.

A study into the severity of obesity in the U.S.A. and why the A.M.A. should classify it a disease.

Looks at the effectiveness of scholastic, early intervention programs.

Looks at the ethical issues surrounding school privacy rights.

This paper discusses the history of age of sexual consent laws and some of the current debate surrounding this issue.

An analysis of the principle of the full inclusion of disabled children into the general curriculum of teaching.

A discussion about the problems of violence within the school framework.

Analysis of Clifford R. Shaw and Henry McKay's paper on juvenile delinquency, found in the book, "Classics of Criminology".

Examines how the suicide of teenagers affects the loved ones left behind.

An overview of the use of the Internet by pedophiles and how the Internet must be monitored to prevent them from luring children.

This paper presents and analyzes three scenarios illustrating stages of child and parent development.

Presents a case study of a child who suffers from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Looks at many of the different aspects of juvenile delinquency, including what types of behavior are considered delinquent and the legal aspects.

A comparison of the effect of social systems, both home and school, on a person's development, written from a personal perspective.

This paper discusses and analyzes the causes and effects of unsafe sex in teenagers.

A discussion of the Internet and how it has opened up new channels for offensive material.

A discussion of the effects of child abuse on the adult later in life.

A discussion of teenage pregnancy as a deviant behavior.

This paper discusses Emile Durkheim's social theories, including social solidarity, integration, and interaction.

Examines self-esteem programs in institutions across America and their contribution to the lowering of juvenile crime statistics.

A discussion of the difficulties involved in raising kids with special needs.

An explanation of how different cultures have entertained their children throughout the ages.

An interpretation of this song by the group, "Pearl Jam", about teen suicide.

An examination of the trend of teenage girls entering violent dating relationships.

A discussion of the current state of the juvenile justice system.

Examines the problems of at-risk youths, those who are most in danger of progressing to a career in juvenile delinquency.

A discussion of the ethical responsibilities of the sonographer.

An explanation of effective grief counseling for those who have lost a loved one.

Examines some of the research findings regarding the influence that the media have on teen values and behavior.

This paper examines the current research on the long-term effects of psychological and emotional abuse.

This paper examines the long-term effects of divorce on children, using four research articles as background on the subject.

Study of the growing problem of childhood obesity and how fast-food marketing is fueling this trend.

An assessment of why the New Right are critical of single parenting using sociological theory and evidence.

A review of the book, "Liberated Parents, Liberated Children: Your Guide to a Happier Family", by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish.

A look at the growing problem of youth violence and solutions and what can be done about it.

A discussion on raising a child in today's society, including corporal punishment in both the home and schools.

A brief discussion about the way that family demographics have changed over the years.

This paper discusses the different types of abuse that occur in the home.

This paper discusses many studies that show the media violence and vulgarity on TV shows have severe and adverse effects on children and culture.

This paper discusses educational resilience of African-American students, the process that helps children to overcome challenging beginnings and move on to live successful lives.

Provides information about programs designed to break the juvenile drug-crime cycle.

Looks at the controversial issue concerning the suitability of subject material and content in children's film and literature.

This paper reviews Nancy Folbre's "The Invisible Heart: Economics and Family Values", which discusses how families are adversely affected by today's economics.

This paper reviews "Ready or Not: What Happens When We Treat Children as Small Adults" by Kay S. Hymowitz, which attempts to present the effects of anti-culturalism on young children and teenagers.

Explores the problem of bullying and sexual harassment in school.

By analyzing records found in the Delphinion, or Apollo's sanctuary, in Miletus, one can conclude that those migrating to the city practiced female infanticide.

A study proposal to find a clear link between illiteracy and juvenile delinquency in the U.S.

A comparison of Thomas Hine's "The Rise and Fall of the American Teenager" and Patricia Hersch's "A Tribe Apart: A Journey into the Heart of American Adolescence".

Investigates the negative impact of popular music and music videos on youth in the United States today.

Discusses whether or not children have rights in America and whether or not they should do so.

This paper discusses the failure of the War on Drugs and the use of marijuana, which is the most popular illicit substance.

Discusses non-traditional families in the United States.

Examines the importance to exposed children of mothers keeping clinical appointments.

Presents John Bowlby's four stages of attachment.

Discusses the issue of nonbiological custody.

Applies a Bowenian perspective to this film.

Discusses the issue of free speech in relation to child pornography.

Describes gangs as a social subculture.

Examines the Church response to sex abuse allegations.

Examines the magnitude of the problem in Texas.

Discusses the increase in number of families in which both parents work outside the home.

A look at the importance of social work in solving the problems of juvenile delinquency.

An overview of teen pregnancy in the United States today that examines the impact of social welfare programs on encouraging and maintaining the high rate of teen pregnancies.