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Results 241 - 255 of 2491 » Gender and SexualityAn examination of the comprehensive vs. the abstinence approach in sex education. 1,658 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, 2002, $ 53.95 Essay (General) # 29647 | details | Abstract In an effort to chronicle the developments in sex education in from its conception, this paper discusses two popular approaches that most institutions utilize in teaching sex education among children: the comprehensive and abstinence approaches. A discussion of their differences and effects on children and the success on the study of sex education are the primary concern of this paper, in order to generate a general outlook of the state of sex education in the present American society.
From the Paper "The emergence of the Information Revolution has led to profound discoveries that have resulted to the development and improvement of living conditions in the human society. Limitless and various information about anything can be found in a second, through the help of Internet technology and other innovations generated by new technologies and research in science. Cures for serious illnesses, news about current events, and other issues important and significant are available within our reach through the media. However, as human civilization embark into yet another momentous year of Information Revolution, there have been little said and documented about sex education and awareness in the society, especially among the younger generation of the society, comprised of the adolescents and early adults of the society."
Tags: promiscuity, pregnancy, adolescent, teenager
Examines representations of women in popular media and how the media contributes to the creation of gender identity. 900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, 2002, $ 35.95 Essay (General) # 31770 | details | Abstract In this essay, the advertising images of women are evaluated in order to understand how the media portrays women. This essay argues that the gender identity of women is inextricable from the proliferation of multi-media representations of women and that the contradictory messages of advertising produce a conflicted value system for American women.
Offers some example from popular psychology to perpetuate the myth of communication differences between men and women. 1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 7 sources, 2002, $ 53.95 Essay (General) # 31821 | details | Abstract In this paper, communication styles are studied in contexts of gender. In particular, popular psychology and its deficit models of gender-communication are critically analyzed in order to evaluate ways that gender and communication interact, as well as ways that gender is constructed by psychology texts.
Analyzes articles by Kati Marton and Frederic Hayword to illustrate the two sides of the sexual harassment argument. 650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, 2002, $ 26.95 Essay (General) # 31987 | details | Abstract Men and women have different views when it comes to the subject of sexual harassment. Kati Marton's article reveals her secret of sexual harassment after receiving her George Foster Peabody Award. Frederic Hayward 's article discusses his viewpoint of sexual harassment. In viewing these articles, it is helpful to know the definition of sexual harassment and the legal points of sexual harassment. This paper will discuss the articles of Hayward and Marton as well as discussing the definition of sexual harassment and the pros versus cons of the subject.
Examines the legal and emotional issues surrounding sexual harassment in the workplace. 1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 62.95 Essay (General) # 32089 | details | Abstract One of the most serious workplace issues is sexual harassment, either real or perceived. In this six-page paper, we will discuss the issue; determine what constitutes sexual harassment, and what consequences result from such charges.
Tags: sexual, harassment, workplace
Review of the article "The Other Difference Between Boys and Girls" and its premise that social equality of the sexes can only be achieved through recognition of gender differences. 650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, 2002, $ 26.95 Essay (General) # 32180 | details | Abstract Richard M Restak in his article "The Other Difference Between Boys and Girls" examines some of those stereotypes and demonstrates that differences in behavioral performance of boys and girls are determined by brain functioning. He intends to reverse conventional wisdom about discrimination based on sex, and pursues his analysis with the assumption that "social equality for men and women really depends on recognizing these differences in brain behavior"
Tags: brain, boys, girls
Examines the advertising industry's use of beautiful women to sell products and the way in which ads are designed to sell, not only products, but values to society. 1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, 2002, $ 44.95 Essay (General) # 32337 | details | Abstract This paper discusses advertising and beauty. Without doubt, advertising in our society today is very much connected to the social construction of beauty. This is clear when we observe how women are exploited for the sake of selling products. There are certain stereotypical portrayals of women in advertisements that make the sexism and social construction of beauty in our society transparently clear. These ads are designed to sell products -- as well as to send certain values to the culture.
Tags: social construction, beauty
Examines the status of women in Confucian Theory. 3,650 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 12 sources, 2002, $ 133.95 Essay (General) # 32549 | details | Abstract The focus of this paper is the roles of women during the Han period. More specifically, the marriage relationship, and women's roles within this union will take precedence in this paper.
Tags: women, han, dynasty
Looks at how little domestic work is valued and how it oppresses women economically and socially. 1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 4 sources, 2002, $ 71.95 Essay (General) # 33877 | details | Abstract This essay discusses how the housewife's work generates scant social reward, and no economic gain. This issue is very much connected to how domestic service does not really help women at all. It pretends it is solving the crisis of female inequality, but it actually develops into a larger issue of the oppression of women of color and poor women.
Tags: housewife's, social, reward
Explains how the portrayal of gays on television leads to prejudice of the homsexual community. 900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, 2002, $ 35.95 Essay (General) # 37506 | details | Abstract This paper attempts to illustrate the problem with the portrayal of gays on television and identify it as being one of the major problems of homosexual prejudice.
This paper discusses the issue of gay rights. 2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 10 sources, 2002, $ 97.95 Essay (General) # 38286 | details | Abstract It takes the perspective that Gay Rights are legitimate and important because homosexuals deserve the same kind of treatment that the non-gay community enjoys. It employs anecdotal and research-based evidence to support the findings.
Psychology of gender transgendered identity: issues in mental health and questions of diagnosis. 1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 10 sources, 2002, $ 62.95 Essay (General) # 38293 | details | Abstract This paper discusses the issue of transgendered people and looks at the studies of Wison and Hammond 1996 and Kreiss and Patterson 1997. People who identify as "transgendered" are recognized by the mental health community in two significantly disparate categories. Wilson and Hammond identify transgendered youth as "at-risk" for a multitude of physical, emotional, and social health problems. They state that during the past decade, there is ample documentation of how these youth have a higher-than-average rates of depression, suicide attempts, substance abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, school failure, family rejection, and homelessness. This raises an important question about desire, choice, and how these are regulated by psychological and psychiatric authorities, and the implications of this persistent regulation of sexuality and gender.
A look at some classic children's literature and examples of sexism and racism in them. 1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, 2002, $ 62.95 Essay (General) # 38873 | details | Abstract This paper examines sexism, racism and children's literature. Like all literature, children's literature reflects the dominant culture of its origin. This means that many 'classics' of children's literature contain unacceptable bias. This paper examines three examples of this situation.
An overview of the rights achieved by gay and lesbian groups and the distance they still have to go. 1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, 2002, $ 44.95 Essay (General) # 39513 | details | Abstract This paper explains how much progress has been made in the fight for gay rights and in society's tolerance for gays but much discrimination still exists.
Explores Foucault and his perceptions of power in sexuality, psychiatry and the prison system. 1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, 2002, $ 53.95 Essay (General) # 39767 | details | Abstract This paper refers to three works of Foucault's in order to demonstrate his views on power hierarchy. These works are "The History of Sexuality", "Madness and Civilization" and "Discipline and Punishment".
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