Abstract This paper discusses the chances of a teenage mother having a second child. Reasons for teen pregnancy and outcomes of such are also discussed.
From the Paper "Teen pregnancy has long been a problem in the United States. Public spending on programs that support pregnant teens has far surpassed that spent on initiatives to prevent teen pregnancy. Experts agree, however, the latest campaign against teen pregnancy marks a big improvement over older policies in one fundamental respect: It emphasizes prevention. Even so, with these programs in place, teen pregnancy may still continue to be a problem."
Abstract This paper covers the evolution of child labor laws from 19th Century England through the present. The author discusses harsh working conditions endured and injuries suffered by children. Cited are specific pieces of legislation and non-profit campaigns aimed at stopping the phenomenon.
From the Paper "Child labor in 19th century England was a shameful practice that many of us never look back on. The displaced working classes took it for granted that a family would not be able to support itself if the children were not employed. Therefore, children as young as five years old were working 12 hour shifts for less then 20 dollars a day. The conditions in which these children worked were below standards. It was a long and deadly fight to regulated child labor laws in England during the 19th century. Today many of us take for granted the regulations on child labor; we act as if this is how it has been since the beginning. What we do not realize is how much child labor has progressed since the 19th century. Three hundred years may sound like a long time but when you consider how life was for a child then and compare it to a child's life today, I think you?ll begin to come to a better understanding of exactly what we have gone through to get where we are today."
Abstract This paper looks at many of the issues associated with crisis intervention for victims of child abuse. The paper considers some of the reasons that intervention may be hampered, how having a repertoire of strategies for working with children of child abuse and networking with resources for abused children can greatly increase the likelihood of successful and positive crisis resolution. There is extensive use of graphs, charts statistics and quotes from the field.
From the Paper "Violence against children is not a new phenomenon. In ancient times, infants had no rights and children were considered the property of the father, to do with whatever he wished (Bensel, Rheinberger, & Radbill, 1997). Diodorus Siculus, a Greek historian from late in the first century B.C.E. reported that it was customary to put children who were weak or infirm to death for fear that they would weaken society (Bensel et al.). Although the practice of infanticide became less acceptable in the Middle Ages it is clear that physical abuse was still commonplace (Bensel et al.). A law from the Middle Ages reads, ?If one beats a child until it bleeds, then it will remember ? but if one beats it to death, the law applies.? (Bensel et al., pp 9). It was not until the sixteenth century that scholars began to argue for non-violent means of raising children (Bensel et al.). However, this did not cease cruelty to children nor were children offered any legal protection. "
Abstract This paper takes the reader on an exploratory journey through the topic of rights and responsibilities as related to child developmental stages. The paper provides a child profile and examines the development from the standpoint of several theorists. In addition the concept of human rights is discussed as well as the rights of a child specifically.
From the Paper "Often times children think they are much more grownup than they actually are. We see them trying to be adults when they are still only children. Our job as adults is to guide them through their childhood and try and get them to wait for certain developmental stages before embarking on the next set of goals and tasks. We try our best and are successful the majority of the time, but what happens when it fails and the child commits an adult act? Do we continue to treat her as a child or do we recognize the fact that she made an adult decisions and stand by her for the outcome?"
Abstract In this essay the writer explores how the things parents say and do in front of their children affect the children and their learning. The writer then takes the reader through a discussion about the importance of body language in the classroom and some examples of effective use suggestions.
From the Paper ?We have all heard the saying ?Do as I say and not as I do,? and we know it is a statement about hypocrisy. Unfortunately many parents don?t understand that is the exact message they sometimes give to their children by their actions and deeds in front of them. We all want our children to learn the proper values and morals and we hope hey grow to be value filled compassionate and honest individuals.?
Abstract This paper consists of a brief history and explanation of various methods of artificial insemination. It discusses the current policies of government and health institutions on this form of reproduction and how these specifically effect the lesbian community's wish to conceive.
From the Paper "Everyday in America, countless couples become pregnant without planning to. The results of these unplanned pregnancies range from abortion, to families maintained by teenagers, to abusive situations for the children brought into the world as a result of these unplanned pregnancies. The irony of this is that while many people are starting families that they don't even want, there are thousands of lesbians that would give anything to have a child of their own. For many, their only option is to artificially inseminate. In this paper I will discuss the process of artificial insemination and the policies surrounding it in regard to lesbians. In addition I will discuss what the future could hold in terms of reproductive technology."
Abstract An examination of the literature which deals with divorce and single parenting. The writer shows that most of this literature is written from a female perspective. This paper analyzes the male perspective. It shows how men are misrepresented in the court system and how few single-parent families are headed by the father. The writer discusses what changes need to be made in the judicial and welfare systems.
From the Paper "Consider the comment below, made by a participant in a support group for non-custodial fathers in Toronto, Canada: There is a wide perception that we aren"t important, that we have a small role to play in our children's lives. In the legal system, we"re treated like enemies. On television, we?re bumbling fools like Homer Simpson. Few people take us seriously (Leving & Kenick, 1999). "
Abstract In this paper the writer uses several examples to illustrate that families are generally depicted to be very different than real families in the way in which things are handled and discussed.
From the Paper "As the years go by shows are offering real life problems with real life choices, and it is something that is relatively new for the industry to do. Friends, for instance, have many episodes to deal with some problems such as a pregnancy or other issues. The depiction of families on television has always been structured for the parents to be good parents and the children to rebel in ways that are cute and not dangerous. This has not changed a lot but the world of television is beginning to delve into some real, issues , including internet dangers."
Abstract A non-biased look at the controversy of sex education. Each topic is looked at, and considered with their side being argued equally. The conclusions: Children are becoming more overwhelmed by sexuality from the earliest grades; the sexual corruption of children reflects an adult sexual culture. Any sexuality education program created for today's children needs to contain and stress self-control and apply ethical values. It is obvious, just by reading headlines out of any given newspaper, that the new generations of adolescents are much different from their parents? generations; the curricula of the schools need to reflect these obvious changes. What worked twenty, thirty years ago apparently is not working any longer.
From the Paper "Have school curriculums kept up with the changing times? Are the children of today getting an education to fit today's world? Is there anything that can be done to be sure these children will be ready for important decisions they will soon be making? These are some especially important questions both parents and policy makers should be asking themselves. These questions are most important when relating to the sexuality education children are receiving, or going to receive, in schools across America. Parents should be alarmed to find out that most adolescents learn more about sex from their peers than from parents or school. These adolescents who cited peers as their principal source of information on sex had more permissive standards about sexuality than those whose sources were more reliable (Fromme & Emihovich, 1998)."
Abstract This paper, written in the form of a speech to the school body, examines the advantages and disadvantages of dress codes in schools. It cites a case study of a boy who wore his pyjamas to school and uses this as a catalyst in support of the writers argument to get rid of dress codes.
From the Paper "Good morning/afternoon, teachers and fellow students. I?m sure we all started today very similar to each other: we crawled out of bed after throwing our alarm clock at the wall ? puzzled as to why it still works after about a million confrontations with that wall ? we get dressed, grab a bite for breakfast ? or not ? and try not to miss our bus or the regular car pool. Am I right? Well, one person broke that routine one morning. His name is Daniel Lade and he's in tenth grade at Middleton High School. One morning he fronted up to school in wearing a full set of pyjamas! And they weren?t the flannel variety either which can pass for street wear. No, my friends, Daniel wore a full set of navy blue pyjamas covered in tiny stars. 2 days later, some of his fellow students wore their pyjamas to school. The principal of the school reprimanded Daniel for wearing his pyjamas to school but let the other students go because they were wearing the flannel variety and the principal saw nothing wrong with it. (Landry, 2001, 1) Do you believe that Daniel deserved the "dressing down" as it were or do you think it was unfair of the principal to intervene? I?ll come back to my question a little later in this presentation. Just hold that thought."
Abstract This paper states that to understand and prevent substance abuse, one must treat both the medical and the social aspects of the problem. The author believes there is a need for substance abuse programs specifically aimed at teenagers. He designs a treatment program that uses the observation and interview elements of the traditional anthropological ethnography to determine the reasons that teens drink and then individualizes the treatment by using the psychology of persuasion.
From the Paper "The first of these is that their emotional problems seem to be insurmountable on their own and drugs offer the quickest possible route to feeling better. Of course, drugs only mask symptoms and the drugs themselves (especially when combined with certain behaviors like driving) are often extremely dangerous. But to the person in emotional distress, sometimes the short-term lure of drugs is more than enough to get them to use whatever drug is handy."
Abstract The paper shows that since the end of World War II, the American people have seen an extraordinary change in the economic, social and moral priorities of the nation and its people. It discusses the three generations which have grown up since the war, each positively and negatively influenced by their parents and social change. It explores the choices made by each generation in raising their children which have had an enormous effect on how the following generations turned out.
From the Paper "But the parents of baby boomers tended to encourage their children to occupy their free time by doing constructive things. Baby boomers were an extracurricular group in school, participating in many activities, including band, track, basketball, choir and dance. Children were also encouraged to get after school jobs, like paper routes or baby-sitting. By the 1980's most afternoon papers had disappeared. While many children continued to get after school jobs, less did. Interest in after school activities declined during this time, as well, and malls and parking lots became popular after school hangouts."
A review of two books: "The Way We Really Are: Coming to Terms with America's Changing Families" by Stephanie Coontz and "All Our Kin: Strategies for Survival in a Black Community" by Carol Stack which emphasize the position of the family in today's world
Abstract The first book "The Way We Really Are: Coming to Terms with America's Changing Families" by Stephanie Coontz presents an effective summary of the history of the family and of the state of the modern family compared to the 'traditional family' - working father, housewife mother as the norm. It discusses the breakdown of family values caused by women needing to work because of economical changes in society. The second book "All Our Kin: Strategies for Survival in a Black Community" by Carol Stack describes in detail the family units and social support systems within the community of the African-American ghetto and compares the importance of family in the ghetto with that in other communities.
From the Paper "Coontz looks at the family from a historical perspective and argues against the common notion that the modern family is in trouble. Instead, Coontz argues that it is the media that has made us expect things of families that may never have been achievable. By looking at the history of the modern family and relating this to modern life, Coontz shows that it is not the family that is in trouble, but that society has not been able to accept and support what the family really means. Coontz argues that society must accept the reality of the modern family, rather than place unachievable expectations on it."
Abstract The paper discusses the fact that teenage pregnancy remains one of the most pervasive social problems discussed in the media today. It explains that teenage pregnancy does not occur in a vacuum, it is also a sociological problem, as certain teenagers from certain disadvantaged backgrounds engage in high risk behavior with greater frequency than those who do not. The paper discusses that a cognitive-behavioral psychological approach of unintended rewards and reinforcement combined with a homeostatic structural-functional sociological approach towards human society can produce an explanation and some possible solutions to this problem.
From the Paper "First, however, an overview of the problem and current available solutions must be briefly documented. One of the most striking facets about teenage pregnancy is the relatively high rate of teenage pregnancy in the United States, as compared with other industrialized nations. Frank pregnancy-prevention programs in nations such Sweden with low rates of teenage pregnancy have caused many advocates to suggest that the cause of the United States? relatively high teenage pregnancy rate must be due to its enforced sexual naivete in education and Puritanical attitudes towards teenage sexuality. Other advocates take the opposite view and stress abstinence as the answer to the problem of teenage sexuality."
Abstract The paper investigates the Texas States implementation of a Graduated Drivers License Program (GDL) in response to the high rate of teens involved in fatal car accidents. The author of the paper discusses the many advantages to raising the driving age from 16 to 18, most of them in issues dealing with financial responsibility, long distance and night driving abilities, parent supervision and insurance rates.
From the Paper "With 18 as the driving age, schools and the state have an opportunity to offer or require additional driving instruction time to teens. Most teens have a very brief lesson time with a professional instructor. The professional is able to demonstrate proper driving technique. They are also able to correct teen drivers as they make mistakes and introduce them to new or difficult driving situations safely. There are many different driving situations that a teen may encounter but not know how to handle. For example, poor weather, road rage and children playing in the road are all new situations for a beginning driver. The wrong decision in these situations can become deadly for the driver, passengers, bystanders or other drivers."
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