Child, Youth Issues papers

Compares and contrasts suicide in both age groups.

Analysis of book based on therapy sessions of a fictitiious family (a composite of real cases).

Examines whether support group treatment for children sexually abused by family members is the appropriate treatment of incest.

Defines the abuse and looks at the effects on the victim.

The effects that violent programming has on children.

The hypothesis of identifying and treating alcoholism among teenagers and young children.

A paper on the organization of working class families from different ethnic minorities.

Examining the social and mental effect of divorce on young children.

This paper looks at "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens" written by Sean Covey.

An in-depth discussion on child-rearing, focusing on appropriate measures of discipline and punishment in schools.

Examination of adolescent behavior as depicted on television; compared with actual adolescent behavioral patterns.

A critical look at the encoding of meaning within mass-media texts and subsequent decoding by the audience.

Examining the disasterous effects of war on children in Afghanistan.

This paper looks at the cases of John Nash and Anais Nin who both grew up in troubled households and later developed severe emotional and psychological problems.

This essay deals with the issue of gay parenting and all the difficulties and challenges associated, including society's acceptance.

This paper discusses certain aspects of the current trend of a dual wage earning family, where both parents are earning enough money to sustain their life. It also deals with the relationships taking place within a family.

This paper covers the current faults and weaknesses of the American education system and why either private or public reforms are necessary to improve it.

This essay compares and contrasts four different works on the topic of the formation of the sexual identity and sexual socialization.

This paper examines the effects of domestic violence on the family and society.

A look at the Native American family units from before colonization to the present day.

A research proposal to examine the effectiveness of the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program in the United States' schools

A detailed look at the effects of school shootings in public schools.

An overview of the literature available on the effect of MTV on its young viewers.

A discussion of the rising number of pregnant inmates giving birth in prisons.

A discussion of the AMBER alert program for finding missing or abducted children.

This paper deals with the crime of infanticide, or the killing of one's child as well as child abuse. Euripides? story of Medea, who kills her children, forms the backdrop.

The role of schools in the prevention of suicides among teenagers.

A discussion of the rising problem of prostitution in Los Angeles despite the strict laws that make it illegal.

This paper examines the relationship between child abuse and porography.

This essay describes the current problem of students dropping out of college and what the main causes are.

A look at the discourse of youth in the novels "Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger and Brett Easton Ellis' "Less Than Zero".

A discussion of the decline and fall of the American family through Conservative, Liberal and Feminist paradigms.

This paper discusses the effects of divorce on children and the potential social implications.

This paper discusses the effect of divorce has on children.

An analysis of Megan's Law, a monument to the little girl who didn't have to die.

A discussion of the pros and cons of school uniforms.

This paper discusses marijuana addiction among young adults and the benefits of decriminalization

A discussion of the death penalty through analysis of the case of John Dowler.

A paper which explores counseling methods and their effectiveness in preventing the breakdown of marriages.

An argument for and against sex education in high schools.

An examination of the possible causes of bad behavior in the classroom.

A discussion of the use of young adult novels to aid character education in teaching English.

A discussion of the personality characteristics of sexually abused children.

Compares portrayals of gangs in Michael Brake's "Comparative Youth Culture", Martin Jankowski's "Islands in the Street" and Donna Gaines' "Teenage Wasteland".

A legal, social and ethical analysis of gay parenting, adoption and same-sex marriage.

Discusses causes and effects, incidence, implications for social work, systems theory and symbolic interactionism.

Examines counseling, definition, prevalence, causes, family and social factors, diagnosis and types of disorders.

An evaluation of the research into the nature of abuse, effects, validity and reliability, treatment, religious and psychological aspects.

Compares these two family-based therapies' approaches to Freud's study of phobia in a 5-year-old.

Examines the causes and preventive measures for foster care situations. Discusses incidence, stress, depression and the role of social workers.

Evaluates the characteristics, issues and developmental contribution of adolescence.

An exploration of psychological, health and economic problems of contemporary adolescents, with a focus of physical and mental health. Also includes a discussion of homelessness, homosexuality and AIDS.

Examines diagnosis, stessors, effects, role of gender, school, self-esteem and treatment alternatives.

Examines the significance and roles of play in child development, creativity, socialization, cognition, symbolism, rules-learning, modeling and fantasies.

Explores the nature of abuse against women and links glorification of institutionalized violence in sports and abuse by sports heroes.

Examines the need for daycare, public policy issues, youth violence in the U.S. vs. Japan and a recommendation.

Describes the Ingestion process, addiction, cost, effects (on the user, child of user and society), dealers, demographics, social services and treatment.

This paper examines the relationship between teenagers suicide and their drug consumption: Incidence, connections, abuse, at-risk teenagers, family dysfunction, self-esteem and past and future research.

This paper discusses school violence in American schools: Social and educational effects, incidence, weapons, public views, security, discipline, gangs and the role of parents.

This paper discusses the self esteem of teenagers: Causes and problems of low self-esteem in home, school and society, role of teachers and parents in building esteem, drugs, dating, belonging, risk-taking and morality.

This paper discusses attention deficit and hyperactive disorders: Definitions, similarities and differences, diagnosis, symptoms, incidence, severity, family issues, neurophysiology and testing.

This paper discusses teenage drinking: Incidence, causes, motivations, effects, theories and methods of control and treatment.

This paper is a research proposal for a group process design to improve relationships between adopted adolescents & parents. Literature review, research applications.

This paper discusses sexual abuse of children: Incidence, research, gender issues, counseling, false accusations, prevention education, psychological effects and treatment.

This paper presents a comprehensive review of the literature regarding the effects of divorce on children.

This paper discusses the insulin-dependent disorder diabetes mellitus in juveniles: Treatment options, etiology, diagnosis, types, incidence, complications, testing and role of family.

This paper discusses the effect of sex on television on children: Psychological, emotional and behavioral impact of sexual themes and situations, regulation, programming, theory, commercials and cable.

This paper describes two books, "Friday Night Lights", by H. G. Bissinger, and "There Are No Children Here", by Alex Kotlowitz.and compares their portrayals of teenage problems, violence and economic struggles in American communities

This paper describes and analyzes counseling theories applicable to abused adolescents: Behavioral, Adlerian, Gestalt and Transactional approaches to prevention and treatment of abuse.

This paper examines troubled youthful protagonists as products of a destructive society and homes as illustrated by three British novelists, Graham Greene's "Brighton Rock", Alan Sillitoe's "The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner" and Anthony Burgess

This paper discusses Dial-a-Porn, sexually explicit recorded phone messages: Legal, technological, ethical, marketing and child protection issues.

This paper discusses intensive supervision programs used in juvenile justice system: Definition, function, purpose, costs and effectiveness.

Background, costs & benefits, goals, criticisms, family issues, daycare, tax credits, health insurance.

A review of literature on the negative and positive emotional and psychological impact, including mitigating factors, custody, remarriage and differences between age groups.

A look at the positive and negative effects on society and the Californian court system, with judicial waivers, fitness hearings, a comparison of adult and juvenile court process, outcomes and sentencing, alternatives and deterrence.

An examination of the statistics, at-risk teenagers, family, education, attitudes toward condoms and possible nursing initiatives.

An analysis of the factors putting marriage at risk (expectations, age, bad communication), divorce results (emotional, economic, social, familial), remarriage and stepparenting.

The prevalence and causes of sudden infant death syndrome with case studies.

An argument against spanking as means of discipline. Includes theories, research, negative effects, parental modeling and values, permissiveness and behaviorism.

A look at the usefulness of labeling and control theories in understanding teen suicide, drug use vs. abuse, social pressures and myths.

An analysis of the 1993 report from the New York City's Foster Care Committee. Includes philosophy on families, recommendations, placement, aftercare and criticism of.

An analysis of self-image, independence, theories on impact of puberty, gender differences, peer group acceptance, separation from parents, parenting styles and delinquency.

An examination of the development of theories and the assessment of the impact of this crisis and related stress on individual and family functioning and health and development.

A discussion of the short and long-term effects, the impact on identity, denial and memory recovery, disclosure, celebrity survivors and love for abusers.

Looks at consequences of daycare centers for young children.

Review of statistical studies on abuse as cause of runaways, prostitution, health issues, physical abuse, victimization. Includes an annotated bibliography.

Evolution of protective public attitudes & legal policy from colonial era to 1990s. Looks at defintion & types, family issues, courts, socioeconomics, children's rights and protective services.

Defined and examined in terms of types, incidence, violence, family dynamics, abuser characteristics, psychology, effects on child, resocialization, legislation, National Commission on Children.

Examines psychological theories & recommended responses of parents. Looks at identity, sex role socialization, independence, cognition and self-acceptance.

Examines reasons for failure of school-based programs.

Causes of violence examined, as well as the role of parents & teachers. Discussed in terms of vandalism, its psychosocial aspects and specific New York City efforts.

A look at the emotional, psychological, social and economic suffering experienced by parents and children.

A look at the effects (economic, psychological and long-term), parent's attitudes and social aspects.

A look at the causes, policy values, prevention, ethics, juvenile system, role of parents, law and recommendations.

An analysis of teenage pregnancy, including a look at the causes, the lack of sex education and contraceptives, incidence, psychosocial aspects, costs to mothers, children and the government and remedies.

Examines the effects of gender stereotyping of TV characters, discussing TV as a message-giver, advertising, ratings, family roles, sexism and socialization.

A critical review of this work on the economics of marriage and family life.

Examines a hypothetical case studying the relationship between family functioning and a health problem of a middle-aged member.

Applies Weberian social theories (rationality, conflict, power, charisma) to child abuse as a product of social forces.