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Foster Children, 2007.
This paper examines foster care and its effects on children.
1,169 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper explores the history of US foster care and explains that the concept of foster care has existed for centuries. The paper discusses how today there are numerous safeguards to protect children from abuse and neglect by their parents, as well as from foster families. The paper relates that the exact psychological toll on foster children is unknown, yet it is known to exist. The paper suggests that older children may suffer more than younger foster children because older foster children have had a longer relationship with the birth family.
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"During the 1600's, with no social welfare program established, children in the American colonies were typically viewed as assets who could help with the household income, while orphaned, poor, or illegitimate children were usually farmed out as indentured apprentices to learn a working trade (History). In the 18th and 19th centuries, abandoned and orphaned children were sent to publicly funded shelters, called almshouses, and from there, they were typically claimed by relatives or strangers for use as household servants (History). During this era, these 'foster parents' received public funding, however there were no checks and balances to ensure the children were being cared for properly (History). "
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Therapeutic Treatment of Children in Foster Care, 2002.
This paper discusses alternative and traditional therapeutic methods and interventions being used to treat children in foster care who often have emotional difficulties that must be dealt with by their caregivers.
6,130 words (approx. 24.5 pages), 30 sources, APA, $ 144.95
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This paper explains that one of the most traditional intervention approaches for foster care children is placing them in a special education class because many children who come into foster care have behavioral, physical and emotional problems that do not allow them to function normally in a standard classroom setting. The author states that as time goes on and the problems of foster care children do not show any great improvement, alternative ideas begin to make their way to the forefront of thinking for those who are involved with foster care children. The paper relates that one of these alternative ideas is to expand the primary care and community-based care for these children, so that they can receive proper healthcare when and where they need it instead of only receiving Medicaid. Another alternative treatment is a mentoring program.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Literature Review
Traditional Therapeutic Methods & Interventions
Alternative Therapeutic Methods & Interventions
Conclusion
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"Mentors, however, are people in the community that can work specifically with these children on a one-on-one basis. They are often people who have been through hardships in their own childhood. Some of them come from abusive homes, some of them come from the foster care system, and others come from various other hardships and tragedies that they endured as children and young adults. The reason that this is so important for foster children is that these mentors have experiences and problems that they have made it through, and many of these experiences and difficulties are similar to what foster children either will go through or are going through right now. Because of the fact that many of these people have been through the difficulties that these foster children are now facing, they are able to give advice and help in a way that many others would not be able to. They have "been there," and they know what many of the pains that a foster child goes through feel like. This makes them uniquely qualified to give advice and to help these foster children."
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Abused Children In Foster Care, 1999.
Focuses on treatment and intervention. Examines behavioral and psychological problems, social services, public policy, family issues and socioeconomics.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 11 sources, $ 87.95
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"A significant number of children enter foster care abused. In some instances, the abuse continues after the child is placed in care. Social services and mental health professionals must be prepared to take a proactive approach to intervention and treatment for abused children in foster care.
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"A significant number of children enter foster care abused. In some instances, the abuse continues after the child is placed in care. Social services and mental health professionals must be prepared to take a proactive approach to intervention and treatment for abused children in foster care. Today's families in crisis are burdened by a host of acute societal problems including poverty, drugs, teenage pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases. The helping professions have an obligation to ensure the safety of children in the care system.
An understanding of the needs of abused children in foster care is basic to the provision of treatment and intervention. Psychiatric disorders are prevalent among such children. A study in London of adolescents in residential units and living with foster care families found the rate of psychiatric disorders ..."
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Foster Care and AIDS Drugs, 2005.
This paper addresses the issue of fostered children receiving pediatric AIDS drug trials.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 5 sources, $ 26.95
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The paper describes how within modern society, there are literally hundreds of groups that are voicing their concerns for the National Institute's of Health pediatric AIDS drug trials on foster care children in the United States. The paper explains the predominant opinion, that children that have been placed in foster care are being forced to endure unneeded drug treatments that have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for children and that require testing in order to receive such approval.
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Mandatory Immunizations for California Children, 2001.
Examines policy issues. Laws, public health factors, social factors, misconceptions, foster care children. Recommends state use police power to enforce immunization. Data: 2 Tables, 1 Chart.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 16 sources, $ 135.95
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"This study examine the policy issue of mandatory immunization for all children in the State of California. The study found that the existing law mandating that children be immunized before being allowed to enter public school is too weakened by permitted exemptions from the law to serve as an effective instrument to achieve maximum child immunization in the state. The study found further that maximum child immunization is necessary for the state to be able to adequately protect public health in the state. The study found that it is necessary, therefore, for the state to strengthen the child immunization policy if the objective of maximum child ..."
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Foster Care and Emancipation, 2002.
A literature review examining the problems faced by children who eventually leave foster care, focusing on African-Americans.
11,950 words (approx. 47.8 pages), 41 sources, APA, $ 231.95
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This paper concerns itself with the problems that foster children face, especially when they become emancipated and begin to live life on their own. It has often been suggested that many more African-American children are in foster care than are children of other races. In order to understand whether or not this is accurate, a thorough review of available literature on the topic is performed. Literature on this topic includes statistics, gender differences and cultural diversity. The problem statement concerns the disproportionate number of African-American children who are represented in the child welfare system and who are not adequately prepared to leave foster care through emancipation. The logical assumption would be that something is lacking in the foster care environment that causes great difficulty for children once they begin to live on their own. The literature review shows whether or not this is accurate and what may be lacking in the foster care environment. The possibility remains that it may not be the fault of the foster care environment, but rather may be the fact of other extenuating circumstances that have occurred in the child's life before they were placed in a foster home. More likely, it is not one or the other, but all of the factors together that cause problems for these children later in life. All of these suggestions are explored, in the context of the literature review, in order to begin to come to terms with the immenseness of this problem in society.
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"The older a child gets, the more difficult it is for that child to be adopted. Most children who get adopted out of foster care are under the age of 12, and are categorized as having special needs, although the general accounting office findings do not state whether that term is being applied to disabilities, or whether it is being applied to sibling groups or minority children. Children who are part of a group of siblings also have a difficult time getting adopted, since there is an effort made not to break up the family. Large groups of children, or even a brother and sister, are more difficult to adopt, as many couples who adopt children only wish to take on one child at a time. Consequently, this often leads to the breaking up of sibling groups."
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UK Care System and Educational Attainment, 2007.
A hypothetical research proposal in the flaws in the educational system for foster children in the United Kingdom.
6,487 words (approx. 25.9 pages), 23 sources, MLA, $ 149.95
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This research proposal discusses the care system in the United Kingdom and presents it as an example of foster parenting that has been found to be flawed. It describes the lack in its delivery of care services with respect to the children's educational needs and focuses particularly in the gap seen between children of black and white ethnicity. The paper discusses the reasons for this gap and for the flaws in the educational system for foster children as a whole.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Context
Rationale
Aim and Objectives
Literature Review
Black Children
Neglect and Abuse
Main Issues
Social Workers' Involvement
Data Analysis, Conclusion and Recommendations
Research Proposal & Methodology
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"Concern about the poor educational experience and attainment of British children in care, either by local authorities, foster carers or traditional homes, has been increasing since the mid-1980s (Borland, 1998). The reason is that studies after studies show that while the care system succeeded in giving looked-after children access to other basic needs, many of these children miss out on education. Among these children, the dropout rate is abnormally high, only a few survive secondary education and fewer still progress to college. Moreover, those who manage to hang on to their schooling were generally found to be inferior in academic performance than children with normal family relationships, and there is a growing suspicion that the care system is failing them in this aspect."
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Multiple Foster Care and its Effects, 2002.
The effect on children of multiple foster placement in regard to deviant behavior.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, $ 75.95
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This paper discusses the severity of foster placement on children. Discussed are the importance of emotional care. Some deviant effects on children are lying, stealing or a learning disability.
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Mother Donit Fore the Best (Judith Adulberger), 2001.
Selected correspondence between superintendent of 19th Century orphanage & poverty stricken parents who left children, foster families & children who left orphanage. Critical review of historical material.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 2 sources, $ 79.95
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"Judith Dulberger's "Mother Donit fore the Best" presents selections from correspondence between the superintendent of a nineteenth-century orphanage and the parents of some of his charges, children who had left the orphanage, and foster families. The author presents the material with an extended introduction and an epilogue in which she discusses the value of these letters as evidence not only of life in the institution, but of the relations between the poor and the orphanage, and the nature of the poorer classes' conception of family. Dulberger argues that these letters contradict notions about the attitudes and beliefs of the poor and the functions of public welfare institutions that have been put forward in previous history texts. Her material is fascinating and certainly provides a clear picture of life in the orphanage and the letters reveal .."
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The Foster Care System, 2005.
A critical overview of the foster care system in the United States.
4,275 words (approx. 17.1 pages), 22 sources, MLA, $ 113.95
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This paper argues that children entering the shadowy world of foster care are often assigned labels arbitrarily and on a bed-available basis. They may end up spending some time in conventional foster homes, only to find themselves shuffled through group homes, residential treatment facilities, mental hospitals and prisons. The paper argues that scant attention is given to the needs of these children, and the conditions they are forced to endure are often far worse than those endured by prisoners in some third world nations.
Paper Outline:
Overview
The Labelling of Children
The Impact on the Children
Bibliography
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"Several nonprofit corporations operating child-care facilities were found to be legally skimming large amounts of government money through lease-back arrangements. Operators not only owned the land and leased it to the nonprofit corporation; they often paid themselves handsome salaries and had the free use of homes, cars and credit cards.The level of care and treatment in far too many of these group homes was minimal at best, because the money was being skimmed off for personal gain.[5]"
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WWII Evacuation of British Children, 2004.
This paper discusses the exodus of children from cities like London during WWII, the single greatest evacuation in Britain?s history.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper examines the forced evacuation in Britain during World War II of children, elderly, and chronically ill people to safe harbors to protect them from the bombings and gas attacks feared to hit populated areas, especially London. The author relates that British children, sent to live in the countryside and in British dominions, were separated from their families, failed to receive proper medical attention and schooling, and lived in often unsuitable and rural accommodations. The paper points out that, while the evacuations could be seen as a success in their protection of the British children at risk during the war, the causative effects of the relocations stressed the children, their families, the foster families, and communities who took them in and the government responsible for putting the plan in action.
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"Complaints stemming from the evacuations arose from the villagers and townspeople receiving the children, as well. The occurrences of misbehavior by the fostered children were common, especially as they often brought with them attitudes and practices more consistent with city living. It was noted that an increase in petty crime occurred during the time span when the city children populated the rural areas of Britain. Thus, problems with adjustment were realized on both sides."
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Violence Against Children, 2004.
An examination of the correlation between violence against children and socio-demographic risk.
2,657 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper explores how several factors directly relate to the likelihood that children will be subjected to violence at some point during their lives. In particular, it looks at how social, economic, demographic, and physical factors all have a dramatic impact a child?s development, either positive or negative, and how these factors also influence whether or not a child is more or less likely to be subjected to violence. It examines how children living in high risk environments typically serviced by human service agencies, including poverty stricken areas and foster care living arrangements, are among the children who are at increased risk for violence and abuse; children subjected to violence are much more likely to subsequently exhibit violent behavior later in life as well. It argues that it is the responsibility of caregivers and human services professionals to identify patterns leading to abuse and to teach children and parents to cope with the stressors that increase the likelihood that violence will occur.
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"Some additional and alarming statistics reveal that in 1997 the National Health Center for Health Statistics ?listed homicide as the fourth leading cause of death for children ages 1 through 4, third for ages 5 through 14 and second for children aged 15 up? (NCHS, 1997). Violence seems to be occurring at a more rapid pace for very young children, those 5 and under. When social services is not available to intervene, this age group is the least likely to have resources to defend themselves, and thus often suffer the most. Children subjected to violence at this young age to exhibit more disturbed behaviors later on in school and in life. Many are incarcerated for committing crimes at a young age, and are released to society without ever having learned proper nurturing tools with which to survive."
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?The Lost Children of Wilder?, 2002.
Reviews this book on New York's foster care system by Nina Bernstein.
1,712 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 55.95
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In "The Lost Children of Wilder", reporter Nina Bernstein examines the failures, disasters and tragedies that continue to plague New York City?s foster care system. The paper shows that to do this, Bernstein tells two stories. The first details the history of New York City?s child welfare system, a system that has been ineffective and mired in bureaucracy for the past 100 years. The second story focuses on the lives of Shirley Wilder and her son Lamont, two generations of children who have both been failed by a chaotic foster care system that refuses to reform.
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"To read The Lost Children of Wilder is an experience in frustration with the seemingly-endless loop of child welfare. The only solution appears to be increasing public funding to the city?s shelter system and to mothers like Shirley, so they are in a better position to raise and educate their children. Critics may point out that women like Shirley should not be mothers. However, Bernstein?s narrative leads me to believe that rushing children to foster care has much direr consequences, both for Lamont and eventually, the rest of society (who will eventually shoulder an average of $500,000 per child in foster care). After all, it is in everyone?s best interests to ensure that all children receive a positive upbringing, with access to education, medical care and physical well being."
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Foster Care and Ecomaps, 2005.
This is a paper on how ecomaps can be used in the foster care system to improve care and services.
2,308 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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This paper is based on a case study of a 17-year-old high-needs foster girl. She has been in foster care for 5 years. She is making some big changes in her life, and to demonstrate where she is at, an ecomap has been made to simulate her life. This map shows her foster parent and social worker where Amanda is emotionally, as well as the people that are significant in her life. It also helps them figure out a living plan for Amanda once she turns 18 and ages out of foster care.
Abstract
Introduction
Case Study
Systems
Amanda's Ecomap
Conclusion
References
Appendix
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"An ecomap is a map of the family and the larger world in which the family exists. Its primary use is to highlight the relationships between the family and these other systems. It is another assessment tool that provides a tangible, graphic picture of a family's situation. Ecomaps use symbols to depict the nature of the relationships between the family and other systems. They also show the flow of energy. Ideally, there will be a balance between the energy the family expends and the energy that flows into the family. If there is a major imbalance, it may help social workers and the family to target some areas for intervention. However, when constructing an ecomap the most important thing is that everyone involved in the process understands what the ecomaps and the symbols used in them means."
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Critical Race Theory and Foster Care in America, 2008.
A look at the critical race theory in relation to the American foster care system.
3,161 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 91.95
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This paper describes the "critical race theory" (CRT) and how it can be applied to the foster care system and the glaring racial differences between the experiences of citizens who are Caucasian vs. people of color. The author provides a detailed account of the USA foster care system and concludes that if Bell's convergence theory is accurate then it must be demonstrated that better foster care for all children is in society's best interest as it will reduce crime, welfare, education and other societal costs.
Outline:
Critical Race Theory
United States Foster Care System In 21st Century
Action Oriented Research
Critical Race Theory and the Foster Care System
Some Current Foster Care Issues
Conclusion
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"Derrick Bell not only presents a new view on American racism in CRT, he also has led a new method for describing this experience. Where historians generally speak in broad terms, Bell often uses narratives to tell a story. He and other CRT proponents use individual vignettes to illustrate their points. In one story Bell describes a future where aliens land and promise to solve all of America's financial problems if we will give them all of our Negroes. Since Blacks arrived as slaves, he uses his story to launch into a question of whether or not society would allow Blacks to be taken the same way they came. He concludes that most Americans would allow this, basing his opinion on past practices of America, from the rationalization of slavery on economic terms, to destruction of the Native American to Japanese internment during WW II (Bell, 2000, pp. 2-8).
"Bell's point is that racism is endemic to U.S. History and that we need to recognize that fact. Bell begins by noting that wealth in the United States is disproportionately held by a small group of mostly White individuals. Current news stories illustrate an even greater disparity in wealth than what Bell reports (that the poorest 2/5ths of our population received only 15.4% of the national family income while the top 1/5th received 43.7%. Bell claims that such disparity threatens to wipe out any legal equality gained over the past half-century (Bell, 2000, pp. 2-6)."
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