Child, Youth Issues papers

Examines the impact of alcoholism and drug abuse on the family system.

Discusses incidence, definition, types, history, family dynamics and behavior, cultural aspects and treatment.

Focuses on black and Hispanic families, discussing socio-economics, cycle of abuse, causal differences, prevention and treatment.

Examines games played by alcoholics and family members in dysfunctional relationships, discussing control, power, denial and bad communications.

A pro-TV stance on why TV is a positive influence, arguing that exposure to real-life situations prepares them, using "Social Animal" as support and also discussing TV as an essential educational tool ("Sesame Street").

An examination of working with kids who are retarded, learning-disabled, or terminally ill including volunteerism as an essence of good society, altruism and the interface of paid/non-paid workers.

An examination of the concern about impact and studies.

An examination of the economic, emotional and legal problems.

A look at the psychological causes, short and long term effects, patriarchal theory and treatment strategies focusing on family therapy.

An examination of models explaining abuse, types of prevention programs, successes and failures.

A critical review of study of youth gangs in Detroit.

A look at the reasons for crack cocaine addiction among adolescents including incidence, history of the drug, pharmacology and dangers.

A review of the problem of alcohol abuse among teenagers and the finding that alcohol is the "drug of choice" among American youth.

A completed research on the effects of divorce on the learning of first-graders. Table.

An analysis of examples, causes, family characteristics, abuse, parental response and treatment.

A look at abuse, adoption, day care, welfare, child tax credit, poverty and family issues.

An examination from a social psychology perspective including initiation, group function, effects on neighborhoods and families and gang members.

This paper discusses the methodology for counseling adolescents: Non-threatening atmosphere, confidentiality, trust, hope for positive results and expressing emotions.

This paper discusses fetal alcohol syndrome: Description, cause, demographics, treatment and effects.

This paper examines the connection between a child's alienation, isolation, powerlessness and family dysfunction, and his delinquent behavior.

This paper discusses the problems and challenges in U.S. foster care system: Threats to children, school performance, runaways and legislation.

This paper discusses infant mortality in the U.S.: Low birth weight, poverty, rate among minorities, diet and prenatal care.

This paper examines the implications in the workplace of the need for child daycare and elder care requirements.

This paper examines the literature on the relationship of eating disorders and family structure.

This paper reviews the literature on incest: Definition, covert and overt, history and causes, family structure and personal boundaries.

This paper discusses the impact of aggression and war toy-ads in cartoon programs on children: Study findings, case examples, attitudes and behavior and desensitization.

This paper summarizes the major psychological and sociological thoeries relating to male gang delinquency: Social control, learning and interactional theories, significance of family, function of gangs and intervention and treatment.

This paper discusses hyperactive child syndrome: Symptoms, diagnosis, suggested causes and alternative treatments.

This paper discusses the relationship of prenatal care and infant mortality: Socioeconomic factors, Medicaid, clinics and government policies.

This paper discusses childhood drownings: Statistics, causes, effects of near-drowning, prevention and the role of nurses and other rescuers.

This paper discusses the history and cultural study of infanticide, the killing of infants, including case studies of African and South American tribal societies. Abstract.

This paper discusses the effects of divorce, remarriage and step-parenting on children, finances, reasons for failure, responsibilities, coping.

This paper discusses both legal divorce and emotional divorce, where the parents remain together for the sake of the children and contends that both are potentially damaging to the child.

This paper discusses the book Kenneth Wooden's "Weeping in the Playtime of Others" about America's incarcerated children: Injustices and cruelties of institutionalizing children, focusing on example of Charles Manson.

This paper discusses the economic, moral, political and social forces that are creating homeless poor children, the street children of Brazil.

This paper discusses suicide amoung youth: Statistics, demographics and social,psychological and biological factors.

This paper discusses the definition, incidence, incest, characteristics of victimsand perpetrators, family aspects, effects on the child and treatment.

This paper reviews various published research studies and concludes that violent television does have some effect on the child's subsequent acceptance of violence.

This paper discusses dental neglect, as a form of child neglect: Legal aspects, reporting requirements, causes, medical and dental neglect and abuse.

This paper discusses problems of immaturity and relationships among adults who had troubled childhoods in dysfunctional families.

This paper discusses sex education in the public schools: The need, controversy and new emphasis in sex education.

Discusses the battered child syndrome, focusing on physical and psychological abuse, principal causes and remedies.

Definition of the problem, minor and adult children, effects, characteristics and available programs for treatment.

Effects of such programming on development. Limitations of research, popular perceptions, theories, monitoring, real world v. fictional TV, behavioral reinforcement, observational learning.

This paper discusses the effects of parents and other adults in shaping the behavior, emotions, self-image of autonomy of children.

This paper ia a historical and legal analysis of abortion as it pertains to the rights of minors as given by both state and federal constitutions: Court decisions, parental consent, privacy vs. responsibility and fetal viability.

This paper discusses the adoption of children: Incidence, social factors, abortion issues, pros and cons and impact on the child.

This paper discusses teenage drinking in U.S.: Definition of problem, review of literature and suggested solutions.

This paper examines the rising rate of juvenile crime: Causes, effects and social reaction.

This paper is a research proposal to study school-aged children of divorced parents.

This paper discusses emotional and psychological problems of surviving members after a death in the family.

This paper discusses theories on the impact of filmic and televised violence on teenage suicide.

This paper discusses the effects and treatment of various adolescent problems: Alcohol and drug abuse, suicide, communication with authority figures and school problems.

This paper discusses the impact of television commercials on children under the age of 13: Research, fantasy vs. reality, desire for products, attention span, styles of ad presentation and effects on family life.

This paper discusses alcohol and drug use among youth in U.S.: Negative physical and social effects, peer pressure and student-centered drug education.

This paper reviews the literature related to the effect of single parent families on the child's personality development: Socioeconomics, male v. female children, creativity of parenting, socialization, schooling and child's perspectives.

This paper examines the mental health and stability of children in single-parent homes and analyzes the child's capacity to form lasting relationships: Child's future role as parent himself, parental separation, depression, school, sexual development an

This paper discusses the process in which adolescents separate from parents and from their own identities, focusing on handicapped adolescents & educational issues.: Self-identification theory, peer group and Alvin Toffler's "future shock" ideas.

This paper compares American and Jewish law focusing on cases involving children and infants: Medical, ethical and legal aspects of euthanasia, murder, death penalty, suicide and consent issues.

A examination of the type of abuse, incidence and effects on adults that were abused as children. Covering themes such as employment problems, alcoholism, relationships, depression and promiscuity.

Examines causes, historical & legal frameworks, social work aspects, impact on children, family issues, stressors and therapeutic & supportive approaches.

Discusses incidence, causes, male vs. female suicide, compared to adult suicide, depression, role of media, death as escape from problems, social factors, family and prevention.

Discusses relationship of parental alcoholism & psycho-emotional problems in college students. Examines causes of alcoholism, characteristics, adult children of alcoholics, family system and types of depression & anxiety in students.

Review of literature on impact of marital break-up on children. Examines psycho-social aspects, self-blame, coping problems, delinquency, role of parents, schooling, research problems, objectives & findings.

Discusses incidence, age groups, suicide gestures, causes and theories.

Emphasizes the negative effects. Contends that TV ads foster unhealthy attitudes. Also discusses TV violence.

Discusses violence & emotions, sex-roles & sex-stereotypes, modeling behaviors and consumption demands.

Describes social theories explaining gang formation & membership. Examines social deviance, social disorganization, control & strain models and delinquency theory.

Discusses the harmful effects of TV in its roles as parent, teacher, hero-provider & peer of children, emphasizing relational vacuum, low values & morals, commercialism, entertainment and violence.

Examines the effects of divorce on the youngest child as both initiator & recipient in contacts with parents & siblings. Focus is on issues of academic performance, peer relations, sibling interactions, & methods of coping. Some case studies are given.

Research proposal to measure relationship between parental pressure to succeed in sports & children's high levels of anxiety.

Discusses the pos & cons of commercials aimed at young children. Examines first Amendment, ethical & health issues, popularity of junk food, vulnerability of children to ad messages, products and research.

Psychological effects & treatment. Discusses costs of alcoholism, damage to self-worth & social skills of children, and child's roles in alcoholic household.

Discusses its history & development; socio-cultural pressures leading to reform; court cases setting standards; compared to adult/criminal courts; power & authority; juvenile rights; injustices.

Examines the history, mythology, psychology, biblical aspects, short- & long-term destructive impact on female victims & family stability.

This paper discusses alcoholism and alcoholic families in the U.S., the effects of alcoholism on the children, the role and responsibility of the school counselor, the programs and resources.

This paper studies the Impact of childrens's family position or birth order on his personality, intellectual behavior, development, self-image and parental attitudes.

This paper describes the concept of reward as a motivator for children's education and development that is more effective than a system of punishment.

This paper examines the Los Angeles County Department of Adoptions in the terms of its environment, history, scope, adaptability, funding, personnel, policies, and related legislation and focuses on modern changes, requirements and problems of adopting.

This paper examines the physiological effects of participation by young people in organized athletics, compares football and soccer and argues against participation in football.

This paper discusses pornography: The ethical issues, sexual attitudes, legal restrictions and possible remedies, effects on behavior and impact of pornography on children .

This paper examines the effect of the American Industrial Society in the early 19th Century on the family unit and reconstructs the lifestyles of the times.

This paper discusses the need for improved education for American Indians. The paper includes the history, the causes of poor education performance and new approaches to the problem.

This paper discusses the experience of death in a specialized, modernized society and its consequences for children. The paper stresses the need for open discussions with children about dying.

A study of the American recording industry's marketing violence to its youth.

A compare and contrast analysis of the role of the family in Medieval England and in today's society.

An argument for the harsh punishment of sex offenders while examining the various legal and social issues involved.

Examining symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this condition in children.

A psychological examination of the stages of adulthood and their impact on adult relationships.

This paper gives an in depth overview of child sexual abuse.

This paper discusses why the U.S. hasn't signed the treaty on the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child.

An analysis of the cause and effect of divorce in the U.S..

A discussion of sexual risks in early adolescent children.

Analysis of Ridley Scott's movie and the undercurrent theme of motherhood.

Analysis of an article by John Monahan - "The Causes of Violence".

A review of Anne C. Bernstein's article "Women in Stepfamilies: The Fairy Godmother, the Wicked Witch, and Cinderella Reconstructed".

This paper discusses new family structures and the move away from the traditional family.

A study of the effects, treatments and examples of post-partum depression.

This paper is a research proposal to prove or disprove the relationship between celibacy and sexual deviancy by priests.

A comparison of family life and divorce between the 1940's and the 1990?s.