Gender and Sexuality papers

A critique of the book titled "Masculinity and the Fear of Emasculation in International Relations Theory" by Lucian M. Ashworth and Larry A. Swatuk.

Discussing the phenomenon of gay marriages from a social, legal and moral perspective.

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

An argument for the right of gay couples to be allowed to marry.

This paper examines the relationship between child abuse and porography.

A discussion of the implications of same-sex marriages.

A review of the book "Rubyfruit Jungle" by Rita Mae Brown and a biography of the author.

This paper discusses causes and interventions for spousal abuse against men and women.

A detailed examination of the widespread practice of female genital mutilation, with a focus on Africa.

A review of Tony Kushner's play, "Angels in America", illustrating an unlikely comparison between two relationships.

A discussion of the effects of stress and the benefits of sex.

A discussion of whether someone is born gay or made gay.

Canada's position on Gay & Lesbian Rights as an example of multiculturalism policy.

An analysis of the roots of gender bias and how they are portrayed in two plays: "Trifles"by Susan Glaspell and "M. Butterfly" by David Hwang.

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

A critical review of this work on different conversation styles of men and women and the resulting difficulties in communicating.

Compares the 1992 and 1994 campaigns in Colorado and Oregon. Discusses legal, religious, social, political, ethical, economic and labor issues separating pro- and anti-gay factions.

Discusses the Impact of feminism, attacks on sexism, historical and socioeconomic factors, politics, public views and child-rearing.

A critical analysis of President Clinton's policy, historical military bias, right of privacy and the Pentagon position.

Discusses the relationship between gender of high school and test/academic performance. Examines expectations, fear of failure and cause-effect analysis.

Examines the history and application of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Discusses court interpretations, Congressional intent, harassment and homosexuality.

Examines political, legal and social issues, incidence, examples as a hate crime, motivation of the basher, legal system response and state laws.

Examines definition, the Kinsey scale, social and scientific aspects, nature vs. nurture and fears about bisexuality.

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

A research proposal to assess the effects of reinforcement, knowledge of sexual abuse cycle and relapse prevention on coping and the recidivism of offenders.

Reviews an organization theory through the perspective of feminist critique, focusing on bureaucracy.

Discusses the history and evolution of the women's movement and its changing attitude toward men, power relations, traditional family and social roles.

Examines the role of language, speech, reading and writing in socializing student bias and alternatives for promoting gender equity.

This paper discusses issues in advertising: Sexual imagery, sports figures, demographics, women as consumers, consumer protests and "Sports Illustrated' swimsuit issue.

This paper is a research proposal to determine the role of gender in attitudes of high school seniors toward condom use and the prevention of AIDS.

This paper discusses sexual harassment and employer liability: Civil rights issues, problems of definition, types of harassment, laws and court decisions.

This paper is a summary of Dinesh D'Souza's "Illiberal Education: The Politics of Race and Sex on Campus", with a major focus on Chapter 8, "Illiberal Education": Chapter-by-chapter summary arguing against universities' bending to minority group pressur

This paper examines patriarchy in Asian cultures: Sociocultural roots of traditional sex roles, stereotyping, feminist views, infanticide and Asian-American students.

This paper discusses same-sex marriages: Social, legal, symbolic and religious pros and cons in the U.S. and Canada.

This paper discusses the changes in traditional gender roles caused by societal modernization in Turkey: Male dominance, family, marriage, impact of Islam, work and foreign influence.

This paper describes and analyzes the theme of loneliness and its healing in Madonna Kolbenschlag's "Lost in the Land of Oz: Befriending Your Inner Orphan and Heading for Home", a feminist's work on healing women's loneliness and alienation.

This paper examines the effect of female and male educational attainment on fertility: Fertility rates in U.S. and world, theory, economic, developmental and ethnic issues and population growth. Tables.

This paper discusses the neuropsychiatric disorder Turner's syndrome in women: Incidence, testing, effects and cognitive deficits.

This paper is a cross-cultural and historical analysis of expected roles for males and females in Western & non-Western societies (New Guinea, Ancient Greece, Africa).

This paper discusses the relation ship of gendr and nonverbal communication: Somatypes (body builds), matching hypothesis, attractiveness, listening, masculinity and femininity, social power, sex differences, space and clothing.

This paper discusses the marketing of panty hose to men as an alternative product usage strategy: Background, target marketing, product description, packaging, promotion, pricing and distribution.

This paper discusses AIDS activism: History, delay in community reaction, ACT UP, Gay Men's Health Crisis, ideologies and strategies, leadership, dissension, fundraising and the role of entertainment industry.

This paper discusses the reaction of the dance community to the problem of AIDS: Deaths, awareness & activism, benefits and reasons for delay in dealing with crisis (denial, secrecy).

This paper discusses spousal abuse: Incidence, types, health care intervention, traits of victim and abuser, patterns of abusive relationship, effects, stress disorder and treatment.

A look at the causes and effects, illness, minorities, glass ceiling, medical field, working mothers, marriage, part-time and at-home work and corporate policy.

A research proposal to measure college students' attitudes and values related to sexual relations, date rape and harrassment.

A research proposal to determine the effects on young people including an introduction, literature review, problem statement, method, questionnaire and conclusion.

A discussion of gender stereotyping and sexism in programs and in advertising. Includes historical and cultural roots, MTV and content analysis.

A discussion of her virginity, homosexuality, personality development, self-identity, femininity vs. masculinity and the relationship with her father Sigmund and her patient/companion Dorothy Burlingham.

The evolution of the medical and psychiatric definition to and from status of a mental disorder.

A moral and philosophical analysis of the 1991 Navy convention abuse, applying the theories of Immanuel Kant and John Mill.

Original research using the General Social Survey. Assesses the impact of marital status & gender on abortion attitudes.

Critical analysis of this work on personal & political awakening of lesbian activist, emphasizing connections among sexuality, gender & race.

Examines the effectiveness of an autobiographical approach to gay author's life & fight for his rights.

Compares novels' young gay protagonists, their growth, the realism of their experiences & the roles their lovers play.

Career of gay L.A. City Councilwoman. Looking at her background, as a member of L.A. Board of Education and her campaign & election as a liberal.

Suggests new marital standards based on traditional & modern approaches. Looking at fidelity, cerification, homosexuality, parenting education.

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

A research on the differences in harassment between gender and age groups in the workplace.

A look at the differences between males and females including theories, causes (biological vs. sociocultural) and the role of mass media.

An examination of the 1993 study indicating the biological basis of sexual orientation, including scientific and social implications.

A look at the definitions, offender profile, personality types, gender, self-esteem, intervention and types of therapy regarding voyeurism and exhibitionism.

A look at the social, political and economic advances and obstacles for feminism in the male-dominated Italy.

A sociological analysis including gender bias, role restrictions, caregiving stereotype, economics and relationships.

A look at the impact on communications, stereotypes, social and anthropological aspects and family roles.

Focuses on organizations and the impact of overall organizational attitude toward women, implications, intervention and incidence.

Argues for contraception hand-outs to high school students as part of sex education.

Discusses gender and minority aspects and a proposed sex education curriculum, examining physical, social, psychological and moral issues.

Examines the views of women on the degradation of women in pornographic material, discussing objectification, sadism, male justification and feminist agenda.

Compares gender roles and expectations, discussing results of interviews with a male and female from the U.S. and Japan.

Examines definition, difficulties in prosecution, Thomas/Hill hearings, organizational attitudes and actions.

Discusses sexism, racism, anti-gay bias and ageism.

Describes and compares the development of pubertal sequence, discussing hormones, physical changes and sexuality.

Examines statistics, positions, earnings, organizational obstacles, leadership traits, discrimination and solutions.

Focuses on the workplace, examining wage, promotion and legal discrimination and inequality affecting women today.

Examines incidence, precautions, self-defense, prevention and flooding (reliving the experience).

A look at the changes from classical to modern times in India, Japan and China, as shown in literature of both eras.

A look at the definition of free speech, obscenity, court cases, decisions and determination of obscenity.

An examination of this cultural myth and its destructive impact on women, men and society.

The evolution of the subjugation of women as an element of Western religion including myth, literature, cultural values and ethical norms.

A proposal for a study to determine if there is a relationship between the experience of sexual harassment and the experience of sexual revictimization.

An examination of the changes in the workplace policies and attitudes toward sexual harassment following the Clarence Thomas/Anita Hill controversy.

A look at discrimination against women in job access, pay andmanagement and the role of socialization and child-rearing with stereotypes.

A look at the legal and moral definitions of acquaintance rape including social myths and stereotypes, incidence, the typical rapist and victim, victim's reactions and the need for social and legal action. Outline.

A review of the literature on the history and development of the roles and status of women in religious institutions and practices. Includes Gender differences, social issues and different religions compared.

This paper discusses the psychological problems hindering development of the female identity, female ego and gender differences.

Examines role of eye contact, touch, gesture in maintaining power in human relationships.

This paper explains the New Testament section I Corinthians 7:1-9: Background, cultural context, sexuality, celibacy, morality, marriage and prostitution.

This paper Examines issues & effects of Supreme Court abortion decisions "Roe v. Wade", "Webster v. Reproductive Health Services" and "Griswold v. Connecticut".

This paper discusses comparable worth, the concept of equal pay for women and men doing equal work: Background, legislation, politics, collective bargaining, legalities, economics and outlook.

This paper discusses the history, nature and extent of special problems facing Lesbian and gay students and programs and policies aimed at serving this segment: Gay rights, homophobia, relevant theories, related research and sex education.

This paper discusses cultural, natural and family influences on child's sexual identity: Mmodels, masculine-feminine roles and self-image.

Examines psychological, physiological, and social aspects.

Examines definition, characteristics of cross-dressers, causes, sociological & psychological aspects, gender, power & sexual orientation.

Discusses negative effects of viewing & using pornography, emphasizing violence against women, distorted perceptions of sexuality, reduction of human beings to sexual objects, rise in aggression and sexual dysfunction.

Discusses self-disclosure, studies, stereotypes, socialization and perception of relationships.

Discusses negative & destructive effects on women, men & society.

Discusses origins, nature, social purposes & effects of establishment of roles in work & relationships according to sex.

Sociological study of extramarital, premarital & marital sex, sex research & abortion.