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Social Isolation, 2007.
This paper discuses social isolation as an issue in the case of a 20-year old named Mark who is exhibiting symptoms of schizophrenia.
1,180 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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This paper stresses that it is not the illness of schizophrenia that will cause the person in this case study on mental illness the most hardship, but rather society and his own response to his diagnosis in the form of social isolation. The author points out social isolation is related to stigma, which any patient with mental illness or dementia is certain to experience. The paper relates that the origins of both stigma and social isolation are found in the labeling process. The author stresses that social isolation creates very serious problems for treatment and recovery. The paper concludes that the main role of nursing in relation to social isolation must be a response to the patient's and the family's needs for understanding, support and health teaching.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Issue: Social Isolation
Therapeutic Intervention
Conclusion
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"At the same time, the labeling process which instigates the entire experience of social isolation produces a massive impact on the patient by not merely providing a diagnosis but imposing a new identity. Deegan (1993), herself a patient with schizophrenia, maintains that the label of mental illness arrives as a package plan which ensures that the patient will be utterly alone. Social isolation begins in the health care system because health care providers tend to confuse the person with the symptoms. The patient is forced to perceive themselves as health care providers view them through the label that comes with diagnosis."
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Isolation in American Literature, 2006.
An analysis of the theme of isolation within three classic American novels: "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck, "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald and J. Alfred Prufrock's "The Love Song".
3,000 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 88.95
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This paper analyzes the novels "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck, "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald and J. Alfred Prufrock's "The Love Song", focusing on the theme of isolation in America. The author explains that each of these three novels, in their own way, addresses how America is the land of freedom and open spaces, of boundless dreams and opportunities, but is also the land of "keeping up with the Joneses" and distances too vast to be bridged by mere mortals. The paper shows that, while the causes and the results are different in each book, isolation remains a motivating factor and determinant of individual characters' destiny. The paper begins with an assessment of "The Grapes of Wrath", demonstrating how it deals with isolation in its broadest sense - the isolation of one individual from the rest of humanity. Then the paper discusses "The Great Gatsby", which addresses the breaking apart of humanity on a much more individual level. The most isolating experience is depicted in "The Love Song", the paper concludes, which depicts the isolation experienced by every modern day individual.
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"Though T.S. Eliot treats us to an image of movement, and change, the metaphor he gives us is that of a "patient etherized on a table." Immediately, we have the sense that all of those wanderings are the stuff of dreams and fantasy. It is as if we are privy to the goings-on inside Alfred J. Prufrock's head. Symbolic of the intense isolation experienced by modern men and women is also the fact that, in those same lines, nothing without ourselves is ever distinctly heard or observed. We hear "mutterings," and see few people on the streets. The "one-night hotels" speak of transience, and of pleasures taken on the sly. Prostitutes are frequently associated with such places. Does Prufrock mean to infer that all the pleasures of the modern age are no better than the mercenary delights offered by a prostitute? Do we purchase even our own happiness? Nor must one forget the isolation of the prostitute. She is isolated from "good society." She is also isolated from her customers, many of whom she will never really know, and probably never see again. Those who patronize her, too, engage in a thoroughly anonymous experience."
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Isolation in Literature, 2002.
A look at the theme of isolation in William Shakespeare's "Othello", Homer's "Odyssey", and "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight".
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper shows how the theme of isolation is presented both as a corrupting influence and as positive influence by eminent authors. It analyzes William Shakespeare's "Othello", Homer's "Odyssey", and "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight", and compares how the three different stories treat the concept of isolation in different manner. It demonstrates how isolation has the capacity to create different responses from people because, in "Othello", it creates mistrust and fear, while in the "Odyssey", it creates the deepening of love. It also shows how, in "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight", the power of isolation to lead oneself to sin is depicted very clearly.
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"Shakespeare uses isolation to heighten the difficulties of a man who mistrusts his wife. In Othello, isolation is a theme that is used to show that self isolation is often dangerous than useful. In Othello, the central characters after moving into Cyprus are isolated from the rest of the world. Perhaps Shakespeare could have used this isolation of the characters to highlight only the main characters who could play important roles till the end of the play. We can however find the widening gap between Othello and Desdemona in the play and it happens when they are isolated and do not have any peacemaker amidst them. Shakespeare uses the physical distance between Othello and his wife to highlight the fact that differences in opinion, if not attended to, would snowball into bigger issues that would be difficult to handle eventually. "
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Senior Isolation, 2007.
A discussion on the isolation from community and family that is often experienced by the elderly.
778 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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The paper examines how senior citizens typically live alone and often find themselves isolated from family and the community. The paper explores how isolation may be caused by the death of a spouse or by the death of close friends and family members. The paper further examines how senior citizens may feel isolated due to employment retirement or chronic illness that may keep them from involvement in social activities. The paper analyzes how isolation may lead to a variety of negative effects. The paper concludes that social services can help by providing isolated seniors with meals on wheels programs, shopping buses, transportation to faith-based multi-service centers, fitness and health centers, as well as education programs.
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"This isolation leads many seniors to develop alcohol and drug problems late in life, at a time when they are most vulnerable to medical conditions (Doup). The elderly make up some 11 percent of the U.S. population, yet they take more than 35 percent of the drugs prescribed, such as blood pressure medication, sleep medication, and tranquilizers, all of which created a toxic cocktail when mixed with alcohol, causing everything from dizziness to death (Doup). One of the most significant physiologic consequences of alcohol use in seniors is the effect on the cardiovascular system, because anginal pain may be deadened and/or ignored, leading to myocardial infarction (Bosworth)."
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Isolation in Literature, 2002.
Examines the theme of isolation in George Orwell's "Animal Farm" and Michael Ondaatje's "The English Patient".
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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Isolation in literature is necessary for the development of the hero, of the protagonist and of societies depicted. Isolation gives the characters the excuse they need to focus on themselves in a very intense manner. This paper examines the use of literary isolation in terms of character identity and political transformation in "Animal Farm", by George Orwell, and "The English Patient", by Michael Ondaatje.
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Technology and Social Isolation, 2005.
A discussion into the effects of social isolation and technology's contribution to it.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses technology and social isolation. The paper discusses how humans are essentially social creatures and the harm that can be done by keeping a person in isolation, for example, prisoners of war. It then discusses the ways in which technology has contributed to to social isolation and the problems this is causing for teenagers.
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"Technology and Social Isolation Humans are social creatures. We are used to living and spending time with other people, like family and friends. Isolation from others can have an extremely negative impact on an individual. That is why the prisoners of war for example were often kept in isolation. For humans, being isolated can cause psychological problems like depression and loneliness. Unfortunately, technology contributes in a great extent to social isolation. Many of the activities that are taking more and more time in our lives are causing social isolation. Social isolation can become a big problem especially for teenagers and young people. "
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Isolation in Literary Heroes, 2002.
An analysis of the isolation of the heroes in "The Odyssey" by Homer, "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" and "Othello" by William Shakespeare.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper will discuss three works of literature and connect a main thesis between the three main characters in the stories chosen. The three books will be: "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight", "The Odyssey", and "Othello". The thesis will cover how isolation plays a significant part in the roles of the main characters in the way that they are heroic and must take part in adventures that only a few people can withstand. Isolation in the heroes of these stories will clarify why these archetypes must be a solitary figure.
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The Theme of Isolation in Wharton's "Ethan Frome", 2005.
Describes how the harshness of the cold and isolation of winter is symbolic of Ethan's defeated vitality in this novel by Edith Wharton.
1,184 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 40.95
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The theme of isolation winds its way through the entirety of Edith Wharton's novel "Ethan Frome". The paper shows that from the name of the old farmhouse where Ethan resides, to the desperation to leave said isolation, the reader is able to see the impact that seclusion has on the characters of "Ethan Frome".
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"As the reader begins to develop this sense of isolation in the novel, they also begin to see certain events that keep these characters from breaking out of the inevitable seclusion. It seems as thought Ethan sacrifices his freedom as a result of his fear of isolation, which creates a unrelenting and vicious cycle of bleak events. For example, chapter 8 opens with a description of Ethan's cold and barren room. He once did have warmth in the room, but felt it necessary to give the stove which kept his room liveable to Mattie when she came to visit. As a result, Ethan was forced to live in the unbearable cold, which the narrator described as "uninhabitable for several months out of the year" (66)."
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The Theme of Isolation, 2004.
Discusses the theme of isolation in three famous pieces of literature.
1,571 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper compares and contrasts the theme of isolation in Shakespeare's "Othello", Homer's "Odyssey", and in "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight". The paper looks at how the theme of isolation is treated as either a corrupting influence or a positive influence by the respective authors.
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"Almost all worthy pieces of literature deal with the question of isolation of the lead characters. Isolation of the hero is used for many reasons. It can be used to create a setting where the hero is questioned or tested for his moral courage. It may also be used for soliloquy where the hero uses the time for self-reflection and self-analysis. It may be seen that isolation as a theme has been used by many literary experts to aggravate the difficulties of the characters because there is a general belief that isolation increases the problem of a person. Isolation allows a person to be his natural self and so he lets down his ostentatious pomp and ceremony, which actually makes him conform to his animal desires. Isolation is also seen as a punishment that tempts men to perform acts that would not be true to their honor. However, isolation is also a tool that enhances the love between people who are distant from each other because it is seen that pure love only gets enhanced by being isolated. The pangs that one has for his love are enhanced by isolation. So it can be seen that isolation is presented both as a corrupting influence as well as positive influence by eminent authors."
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Isolation in the Elderly, 2002.
An examination of the physical and psychological factors that lead to elderly depression and isolation.
2,024 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper covers some of the factors that cause isolation and loneliness in the aging population. It provides a few examples of how these problems can be reduced or eliminated through the acquisition of needed medical instruments, such as hearing aids, pharmaceuticals like anti-depressants, and support from social workers and health care workers. It also emphasizes the importance of lifetime education for the elderly to learn new skills and teach others from their own past experiences in order to build self-esteem and considerably lessen their feelings of alienation and isolation.
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"Mental disorders affect 15 to 25 percent of the senior population. Such psychological factors can also lead to feelings of isolation. Medications, genetic predisposition, chronic medical conditions, pain or the fear of chronic discomfort, stress and chemical abuse can all cause depression. This, in turn, leads to isolation and despondency. With such a wide spectrum of etiological causes of depression, caretakers must be alert to changes in mood in the individuals under their care and report it to health professionals. Medical specialists cannot assume that such a condition comes naturally with age and will go away on its own, but be attentive and provide treatment that is necessary."
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Isolation and Compassion in "Bartleby, the Scrivener", 2008.
An analysis of the themes of isolation and compassion in Herman Melville's short story "Bartleby, the Scrivener".
1,060 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper examines the themes of isolation and compassion evident in Herman Melville's parable "Bartleby, the Scrivener". It asserts that the story not only deals with human behaviour, but also with moral issues. The paper points out that Bartleby is an odd, but hard working introvert, hired by a lawyer to copy out legal documents, a job he appeared to do well. However, his refusal to take on any tasks that were outside of his job description, without explanation, led to frustration among the office clerks and a feeling of disbelief from the lawyer. The paper holds that Bartleby's quiet, isolated and non-conforming nature troubled the lawyer. The paper concludes that, according to Melville's parable, one has the choice to make decisions in one's own interests, or one may do what is expected in order to avoid conflict amongst those one cares about.
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"The theme of isolation and compassion are evident in Herman Melville's parable "Bartleby, the Scrivener". Melville begins his "Story of Wall -Street" with comical portraits of the main characters, such as, the "unambitious" lawyer, who was also the narrator of the story, his 3 clerks; Nippers, Turkey, and Ginger Nut, along with the socially outcast scrivener, Bartleby. "Bartleby, the Scrivener" not only deals with human behaviour, but also equally deals with moral issues. It is a story involving the lives of many characters who each struggled for an identity and purpose. Bartleby an odd, but hard working introvert, was hired by the lawyer to copy out legal documents, a job he appeared to do well. However, he refused to take on any tasks that were outside of his job description, without explanation, which led to frustration among the office clerks and a feeling of disbelief from the lawyer. It was Bartleby's quiet, isolated and non-conforming nature that troubled the lawyer. Although the lawyer was influenced and felt pressured to remain dedicated to his duties, it was compassion that confounded him and made his decision extremely difficult, resulting in a tragic and crippling feeling of emptiness and brokenness."
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Isolation and Illusions in "The Death of Ivan Ilyich", 2007.
An analysis of the isolation and illusions in "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" by Leo Tolstoy.
860 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 30.95
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The paper examines how the character of Ivan, in Tolstoy's "The Death of Ivan Ilyich", gradually isolates himself from his environment through a series of revelations concerning the nature of his society. The paper discusses how, after Ivan's accidental fall, Ivan's need for understanding and empathy strips the illusions from his relationships and exacerbates his isolation from the family, professional and social relationships that comprised his life.
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"Ivan is repeatedly described as holding himself 'aloof' from the others who inhabit his world, and the recollection of his life that comprise the majority of the text describe how Ivan's isolation began long before his accident. "[F]rom earliest youth [Ivan] had been drawn to those who stood above him...he had adopted their manners and views, and he had established friendly relations with them" (241). In his attempt to associate himself with those elders and symbols of success through imitation, Ivan isolated himself from his peers and began the lifelong quest for satisfaction through superficial goals. His marriage reinforces this tendency, for he "married her because...in acquiring this particular wife he did what brought him pleasure as well as doing what those in high position considered it proper" (246). His marriage is based solely on the need to present the right appearance, and consequently the realities of the relationship, in the necessity to devote thought and attention to his wife, become to him an 'unpleasantness' that he must escape from."
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Isolation in Literature, 2004.
A look at the theme of isolation in William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily" and Carson McCullers's "The Ballad of the Sad Cafe".
1,987 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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Isolation is a word that denotes loneliness and being alone. This is not merely a physical condition, but can be a state of mind, as well. This paper discusses the stories of William Faulkner, "A Rose for Emily", and McCullers?s, "The Ballad of the Sad Caf?", in which this theme is highlighted. It shows how both writers create protagonists that are isolated due to their thoughts and struggles in the course of life, rather than solely by society and the constraints it puts on people.
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"Isolation is a harsh word that brings up an image of a person living alone in the desert or equally far away place that has little human habitation. The word is rarely used for people living in the middle of a social town or city for it seems impossible that a person could be alone in the midst of a relatively large population. Yet, some people refuse to accept that their lives must be inexplicably linked with the others who live amongst the society for humans are not social animals for recreation purposes, though that is an added advantage, the fact is humans are social for survival. For without the human touch even an infant slowly dies. Faulkner's ?A Rose for Emily? by William Faulkner is a story of a woman who seems to be lost in her search for love and companionship, through out her life."
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Frankenstein: Isolation of the Characters, 2004.
An analysis of the theme of isolation in Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein".
771 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 0 sources, $ 27.95
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This paper discusses how the three main narrators of Mary Shelly?s "Frankenstein" are utterly isolated. It looks at how Robert Walton, Victor Frankenstein, and the Creature are all victims of loneliness and rejection. It discusses how Victor and Walton choose to be detached from the outside world. Walton, looking for a passage through the North Pole, and Victor?s dedication to a science revelation, leaves them both alone and surrounded by controversy. It also explores how the Creature is abandoned and forced to be on his own and how this isolation from Victor and the family in the cottage is the fuel for his murderous nature. It shows how Walton, Frankenstein, and the Creature are three characters that are removed from society and loved ones throughout the novel and, ironically, end together in each other's company at the North Pole.
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"Victor Frankenstein appears to have been unattached through out his life. During his childhood he was always reading, his thirst for knowledge then is the same obsession that would eventually damn him. While he was creating the monster, he was cut of from the rest of the world while he concentrated on his own ego and scientific development. He, like Walton, did not notice that he was alone. He could only see the success and contributions that he was insistent on completing. Once the creature is finished and alive, Victor immediately regrets his action from the sight of this monster before him. He runs out into the streets, leaving behind the only body that he had been with for months."
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Isolation in Poetry and Music, 2007.
An analysis of the isolation depicted in "Vincent" by Don McLean, "Cry" by Casey Scott and "Six Feet Under" by Alan Ball.
2,971 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper discusses the recurring theme, in poetry, music and film, of isolation, loneliness and of being marginalized by society because a person is different. The paper discusses the song-poem "Vincent" by Don McLean, which looks at a portrait of Vincent Van Gogh. It then discusses the song, "Cry" by Casey Scott, which shows another form of marginalization of someone who is suffering from depression. Finally, the paper looks at the series "Six Feet Under" by Alan Ball and discusses the character of Billy, who is schizophrenic.
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"While almost all the regular characters on the show are on the fringes of societal norms and it is well known that this series highlights dysfunctional people and families. I think Billy is the saddest. He is diagnosed as schizophrenic and he is also a photo artist. Poor Billy lives the dreaded life of the life long mental patient. (Remember that this illness also has chemical and physical causes.) Billy on medication is likable and productive. He teaches photography and earns a good living. However, he has no edge to make his own photo essays unique. He is creatively dead. Billy off medication is sometimes wildly wonderful or violently insane and dangerous to himself and others. Billy constantly struggles with his desire to feel strong passion, which he cannot do while medicated. However, when he goes off medication, his life becomes a ruin."
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