Abstract
This paper explores the impact of family planning workers within the rural areas of Bangladesh, and how the influence of family members contributes to women's decisions about contraceptive use. Specifically, the paper discusses the living arrangements of married women in the patrilineal culture of Bangladesh and the influence of intergenerational relationships with their mother-in-laws, as well as the approval of their husbands, upon their contraceptive choices. Additionally, the paper talks about the effect of family planning workers within Bangladesh on the use of contraceptives, and whether the use of family planning workers results in contraceptive switching and to what extent.

Outline:
History of Family Planning Efforts
Family Planning Workers
Family Influence

From the Paper
"One of the primary threats to the continued economic growth and development of Bangladesh has been the country's extremely high rate of fertility, particularly within poor, rural communities such as Matlab. Since the 1970's, family planning efforts have been underway by the government and other healthcare and research agencies to introduce Bangladeshi women to modern contraceptives and to provide motivation for their continued use. This paper will explore the presence of family planning workers within the country and the effects of their efforts to educate women about contraceptive use. It will also discuss the impact of a woman's family members upon her contraceptive choices, with a specific focus on the influence of her mother-in-law and husband upon those decisions. "

Tags:contraceptives, culture

Abstract
This paper is on family planning primate style, which is taken from the eighth chapter of the book "Mother's Nature", by Sarah Hardy. It discusses the practical and theoretical implications of family planning programs and reveals how family planning can be seen as a contributing factor to westernization of the developing world.

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The paper looks at the Healthy People 2010 initiative that focuses on an increased healthy lifespan for all individuals and to bring the current disparate quality of healthcare for different portions of the American population into parity. The paper discusses the issue of family planning and relates that teenagers form a large at-risk portion of the population in terms of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. The paper asserts that focusing on educating this population would help reduce the incidence of teenage pregnancy and would further the Healthy People 2010 initiative goals.

From the Paper
"The Healthy People 2010 initiative was developed by scientists employed by the U.S. government. The priorities of this initiative include an..."

Tags:contraception, pregnancy, teenagers

Abstract
This is a paper that takes a first person position and gives an insight to Pakistani society and how they approach the issue of family planning.

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This paper discusses China's family planning law, explaining its history and background in order to clarify the government's decision to implement such a law. Detailed information is provided on the rules, regulations, implementations, and exemptions of the policy. The writer examines its pros and cons, including the argument that it is in violation of human rights, and points out some of the overlooked positive results of the policy. The writer notes that China's one-child policy was reviewed in 2005 and explains one of the options that have been suggested for the future. The paper concludes that the one-child policy can mostly be considered a success, as it has alleviated the economic, social, and environmental problems associated with a population of that size. This paper contains MLA-style footnotes but does not include a works cited page.

From the Paper
"Despite its name, the one-child rule applies to a minority of the population; for urban residents and government employees, the policy is strictly enforced, with few exceptions. The exceptions include families in which the first child has a disability or both parents work in high-risk occupations, or are themselves from one-child families (in some cases). 70 percent of the population live in rural areas and in these areas a second child is generally allowed after five years. This provision sometimes applies only if the first child is a girl - a clear acknowledgement of the traditional preference for boys. A third child may be allowed among ethnic minorities and in remote, under-populated areas."

Tags:ecological, resources, childbearing, insurance, sterilization, abortion, contraception, environment, exploitation, fertility, savings

Abstract
The paper reveals that more and more Americans are giving birth, despite the prevalence of birth control. The paper looks at the factors that could change this dynamic, including Hispanics' lack of access to healthcare. The paper then discusses the new drugs on the market that combat the effects of menopause and allow a woman to bear children at a far older age than previously. The paper also considers how the American psyche is changing in that women no longer find it necessary to have a husband in order to begin planning a family.

From the Paper
"Family planning is becoming a more popular trend in the United States because of a variety of factors in society. First of all, birth control is more prevalent than it has ever been before, which is allowing for couples to have better control over when they conceive children. Also, an improved healthcare system is allowing for more and more babies to survive when they finally are born. Between 2002 and 2004, "the U.S. birth rate jumped 2 percent... to more than 4.1 million births -- the highest number since 1962 (except for a brief spike in 1990)" (BabyCenter editorial staff, 2005). This means that more and more Americans are giving birth, despite the prevalence of birth control."

Tags:birth, control, Hispanics, menopause, fertility, drugs

Abstract
In this article, the writer of the paper explores planned parenting in the Philippines as it relates to gender equality rights and cultural preferences, using an anthropological perspective and analysis. The paper begins by outlining the evolution of family planning perceptions in the Philippines through recent history and defines how previous perceptions have influenced male and female responsibilities regarding planned parenting. The paper explores this subject using an applied anthropology approach, investigating human behavior and the applications it has to contemporary issues, in this case planned parenting. This approach offers a view of human behavior in the Philippines grounded in cultural exploration and actions resulting from such cultural investigation.

Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Background to Study
Evolution of Family Planning Perceptions in the Philippines
Overview 1990s and Beyond
Perceptions of Male-Female Responsibilities
Analysis and Conclusions

From the Paper
"The results of the study suggest that historically family planning in the Philippines has been widely ignored despite increasing interest among women to limit the number of children they have.
"While recent initiatives have encouraged more emphasis on modern contraceptive use and methods of pregnancy prevention, recent decentralization of political policy has lead to little motivation for women to seek family planning alternatives and often resorting to abortion as a method of pregnancy prevention. Women seem to be the primary decision-makers when it comes to family planning, although in many cases husbands seem to object based on prenatal beliefs or concerns about the costs associated with family planning. This study also shows that healthcare providers consist largely of women in the Philippines with the exception of doctors, and most of these women often encourage women to engage in safe family planning practice. "

Tags:contraceptive, abortion, children, birth, control

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In 1993, New Jersey became the first state to introduce the so-called Family Cap in state welfare policy, under which the state no longer awards cash assistance payments to women who have more children while on welfare. Since 1993, twenty-two other states have enacted similar laws. In January of 2003, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) acted on behalf of New Jersey welfare recipients by taking the Family Cap provision to the State Supreme Court, arguing that it violated the Constitution of New Jersey. However, the Supreme Court of New Jersey upheld the original Family Cap decision, claiming it did not violate any existing constitutional laws in the state. This paper argues that the Family Cap, designed to penalize unwise family planning, results in unethical and discriminatory practices. The paper proposes a repeal of the Family Cap and a reformation of the New Jersey welfare policies.

From the Paper
"Although some studies suggest that birth rates have declined due to the Family Cap, a closer examination of the research shows that birth rates declined universally before the Cap was instated (Donovan; Levin-Epstein). In fact, the Rutgers studies outlined by Levin-Epstein do not exhibit any clear positive results stemming from the instatement of the Family Cap. Furthermore, those in favor of the Cap imagine that it will help welfare recipients become more financially independent by decreasing their reliance on government assistance. However, the Cap only hurts children born to poor mothers and is therefore unethical and discriminatory."

Tags:welfare, TANF, low, income

Abstract
This paper describes human resource event planning through the detailed case study of Oakwood Spiritual Recovery Center's employee recognition and family picnic. The paper illustrates the development of the advance planning, with committee meetings and site management. The paper discusses the need for budgeting and fundraising.


Table of Contents
Executive Summary
Introduction
Timescale
Individual Member Reports
Location and Time
Budget and Fundraising
Conclusion
References
Outline

From the Paper
"The first annual employee recognition and family picnic will be held on July 5, 2003. At the June 23, 2002 meeting, the Oakwood Recovery Center Board of Directors appointed a committee to oversee the event. The purpose of the event will be to recognize employees who have excelled in their efforts to help people recover from Drug and Alcohol addictions. We recognize that this type of commitment needs to be rewarded. It is this type of dedication that makes Oakwood Recovery one of the finest and most successful programs in the state and we wish to recognize that it would not be possible with out the loyal and committed staff with which we are blessed."

Tags:decorations, employee, family, plan, caterer, committee, member, budget, location, scgedule, timescale, human, resource

Abstract
This paper analyzes a family with a problem that consists of one individual that has taken control over her husband and children, to include her control of their emotional and behavioral patterns. Through this control the family members have developed negative thought patterns and have become dependent on the one individual to determine their present and future roles within the family and society. This paper discusses the problems that have engulfed the family, and it is at this time that they have all agreed to begin some form of family therapy in order to address their personal and family issues. The basic family pattern begins with the triangle of the mother, father and children.

Tags:family, patterns, therapy