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Mental Health and Female Immigrants, 2002. A look at issues of mental health affecting immigrant and refugee women in Canada. 5,400 words (approx. 21.6 pages), 16 sources, $ 196.95 »
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Abstract This paper introduces a variety of issues pertaining to the mental health of refugee and other immigrant women in Canada. it looks at how these newcomers can be particularly challenged by the experiences of immigration and adjustment to an unfamiliar society.
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Female Mental Health Issues in Toronto, 2002. An overview of mental health issues among refugee women in Toronto. 5,150 words (approx. 20.6 pages), 38 sources, $ 187.95 »
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Abstract This paper asserts that mental health services for refugee and other immigrant women in Toronto, at the present time, are in need of improvement. A strong thread of my research has been trying to understand what might improve psychiatric care to better serve refugee women and also, distinct groups of refugee women within an extremely varied population.
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Cultural Influences and Mental Health, 2006. This paper examines the importance of cultural influences in mental health treatments. 900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95 »
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Abstract This paper examines the cultural implications and the role of cultural identification which compares mental health treatment in Ghana and Nigeria as viewed from the perspective of a Nigerian nurse who immigrated to Ontario, Canada 6 years prior. The student completed a cultural assessment adapted from Jarvis' physical examination and health assessment and the responses formed the basis of the paper.
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Mental Illness in Female Writers, 2002. This paper endeavours to explore the theories behind the causes of mental illness, particularly in the case of female writers. 1,180 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 40.95 »
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Abstract The following paper examines how mental illness in women has historically been attributed to biological and genetic factors. This paper also examines the last century?s research that has given credence to psychosocial factors having an impact on a person?s mental state. The lives of Charlotte Perkins Gilman and Sylvia Plath will illustrate how oppression by patriarchal society can contribute to the disturbance of a brilliant mind.
From the Paper ?Mental illness is defined as a cluster of disorders initiating harsh disturbances in thought, emotion and interaction. This garners significantly weaker capacity for handling with the usual demands of life. (http://www.namimass.org/whatis/illness.htm, 1) There are many causes of mental illness. The biological factors comprise mood swings, reproductive health situations, thyroid activity and how our sleep and activity is controlled. In some cases depression can be hereditary. ?There is a 25% rate of depression in the first-degree relatives (mother, father, siblings) of people with depression and greater prevalence of the illness in first-degree and second-degree female relatives.? (Blumenthal, 1996, 2). However, causes of mental illness do not manifest as biological or genetic explanations alone.?
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Decline in Immigrant Health, 2005. A discussion of the healthy immigrant effect and the decline of immigrant health in Canada. 1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95 »
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Abstract This paper discusses the important issue of the decline in immigrant health. The paper discusses the healthy immigrant effect, which has been noted by numerous researchers as a phenomenon where the health of immigrants who first arrive in Canada is far better than that of the Canadian born population but then their health status declines. Also it is highly important to note that there is extensive diversity among groups of immigrants pertaining to health status.
From the Paper "Decline in Immigrant Health The decline in immigrant health is a most significant issue. The healthy immigrant effect has been noted by numerous researchers as a phenomenon where the health of immigrants who first arrive in Canada is far better than that of the Canadian-born population but then their health status declines (Kobayashi, 2003; Hyman, 2004). Also, it is highly important that there is extensive diversity among groups of immigrants pertaining to health status. The diversity is related to power relations, to all of the determinants of health, but most especially to income and social status. "
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Immigrant Health Care, 2008. This paper discusses the transitions of care in Canada for older hospitalized immigrant women with chronic pain. 1,851 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 59.95 »
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Abstract In this article, the writer maintains that any hospitalized women can expect to encounter inequality in the health care system. The writer declares that for aging immigrant women, the situation is greatly aggravated because of race, ethnicity, and educational background as well as other factors such as sexism and ageism. Immigrant women not only receive unequal treatment in the healthcare system but very often are invisible to that system. The writer points out that the Canadian government seems to be taking the desired approach but the situation for immigrant women is becoming worse. The writer maintains that instead of resolving the problem, the health care system is basically ignoring the issue because of its own issues with restructuring. It seems that the solution will only come through a firm policy which makes diversity and gender a priority.
Outline:
Introduction
Rationale for Choice of Topic
Literature Review
Determinants of health
Gender Roles, Social Status, and Health
Coping
Research Question
My Approach and Goals
From the Paper "An institution which ensures that women's rights are protected is the Women's Health Bureau which uses a gender lens to study government policy and health disparities. The mandate of the Women's Health Bureau's mandate is to make certain that the Canadian health care system responds to the needs of women (Spitzer, 2006, p. 2). The Women's Health Bureau also assists policymakers and programme planners to undertake gender-based analysis of their work. In addition, there is the Women's Network which works with the government along with other groups."
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Immigration and Immigrants, 2002. This paper discusses identity theory as a concept in sociological theory as related to immigration and immigrants. 1,158 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 39.95 »
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Abstract This paper applies the identity theory to the case of immigration in the United States. It asks if the United States should continue to allow Immigrants to enter the U.S. seeking refuge and citizenship, when the nations states are already overly populated? It questions whether immigrants should be allowed to enter the U.S. and work when there are hundreds of citizens and native-born Americans already unemployed and desperately searching for work. It uses these questions as example of the conflicting messages immigrants and their children face in modern day society, and explains how they add to the increasingly complex problem of finding identity in a torn nation.
From the Paper "The United States is world known for its ethnic diversity, due in part to the immigration allowed over several years. Many people however, fail to find a means to foster inter-racial and ethnic identities, thus causing much conflict and a lack of a uniform sense of identity. The social issue relates to finding a common identity in a nation of multi-ethnicities. Children of immigrants are now coming of age, and from a social psychological stand will make the most lasting impression on society. The character of society will be shaped by their experiences."
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Health Care for Iranian Immigrants, 1999. Overview of health care in Iran & cultural factors inhibiting health care of Iranian women in U.S. (care as family issue, gender roles, cultural identity, Islam). 1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 9 sources, $ 47.95 »
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From the Paper "IMPACTS OF CULTURAL AND VALUE DIFFERENCES ON THE HEALTH CARE OF IRANIAN IMMIGRANTS & THE MAJORITY INDIGENOUS POPULATION IN THE UNITED STATES
Introduction
This research examines the impacts of cultural and value differences on the health care of Iranian immigrants and the majority indigenous population in the United States. The health care system in Iran is reviewed prior to discussing the impact of cultural and value orientations on the health care of Iranian immigrants in the United States.
Health Care in Iran
In the years since the overthrow of the government of the Shah in Iran, the Iranian government has established the Primary Health Care (PHC) Network (Nasseri, Sadrizadeh, Malek, Mohammad.."
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Immigration and Anti-Immigrant Fears, 2004. This paper looks at the role of immigration and anti-immigrant fears in America. 1,130 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 39.95 »
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Abstract In this article, the writer discusses the role of immigration and anti-immigrant fears in American politics in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The writer looks at the volume and character of immigration and its economic impact. The writer discusses big city machines, Red scare and Palmer raids. Further, the writer examines how immigration became a major factor in American national politics.
From the Paper "Immigration developed as a major factor in American politics during the late 19th century, due to the large scale of immigration, the new and more diverse origins of the immigrants and the resulting social and economic tensions. Immigration contributed to the growth of big-city political machines and after World War I fear of immigrant radicals triggered the first great Red scare in American national politics. Thus, immigration and the fear of immigration and immigrants played a major role in ... "
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Immigrants Contribution, 2002. Argument that the US was founded by immigrants, built by immigrants and flourishes because of immigrants. 1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 53.95 »
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Abstract A paper discussing the advantages and disadvantages of immigration in the United States, from the standpoint of constitutional, legal, cultural, and economic factors.
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African Immigrants in the Rural South, 2008. A research proposal to study health care among African immigrants in the rural south of the US. 2,530 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 76.95 »
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Abstract This paper explains that, without preventive services, such as regular physical exams and dentist visits, African immigrants in the rural south of the US are the victims of great health disparity. The paper points out that health care information may not reach the needy African immigrant population due to their inability to read and comprehend flyers, poster and pamphlets explaining the services available in the area. The paper then presents the research methods for a qualitative case study in which the local health care system will look at how to best reach this African immigrant population. A health care survey is included with the paper.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Literature Review
Research Methods
Limitations
Appendices
Interview
Survey
From the Paper "The Untied States Center for Disease Control (CDC) focused on African immigrants in a study of health disparities in 2005. The CDC found that health disparities affecting African immigrants in the rural south included HIV/AIDS and a variety of mental disorders. The CDC stated that African immigrants are at an increased risk for chronic disease and injury due to lack of English fluency and education regarding the United States health care system. Also, cultural attitudes were cited as a contributing factor in the health disparity of African immigrants residing in the United States."
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Female Sexuality, 2002. Examines many of the aspects of female sexuality including female sexual identity, sexuality and aging and female sexual dysfunction. 2,950 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 25 sources, MLA, $ 87.95 »
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Abstract This paper reviews several articles discussing female sexuality. It reviews articles on what female sexuality is, what is involved in the sexuality of females, what helps aide in feminine sexuality and what hinders a women's sexuality. The paper looks at some of the problems associated with women's sexuality and whether these are perceived, physical, or medical problems. Finally,it examine how women see their own sexuality.
From the Paper "Before the advent of the ?sexual revolution? in the 1960s the subject of female sexuality was considered taboo in so called polite society. Discussion of sexuality by females was viewed as an aberration. Women were taught and told that the normal reaction of women towards sexual intercourse was that they generally did not feel any physical or emotional pleasure from it. Sex was a means to an end; by performing their wifely duty to please their mates women were subjugated to the role of baby maker. This severe repression of female sexuality and its total submission to reproductive functions determined the limits of knowledge for untold generations of women (Gomex 1995)."
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The Medusa Myth and the Female Gaze, 2002. This paper explores the portrayal of female figures in art and myth, focusing on the Medusa myth and the castrating power of the female gaze and their effect of the female self-image. 2,240 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 69.95 »
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Abstract The paper reviews in detail the image of Medusa that pits femininity and masculinity against each other and allowing masculinity to triumph. The paper continues by stating that the gaze of the painted female subject often is depicted with her eyes either diverted from the viewer, or coyly regarding him. The author states that myths like the Medusa myth and the female gaze instruct women that their sexuality is something to be suppressed, that a powerful woman is a dangerous woman, and that the male will triumph in the end.
From the Paper "Though the familiar image of Medusa as a serpent-haired monster is attributed to the Greeks, the myth of Medusa actually has its roots in pre-classical Mediterranean culture. In the matriarchal societies that existed before Greek civilization, Medusa was far from reviled as she was by the Greeks; instead, she was worshipped as a beautiful mother deity who symbolized wisdom, fertility, and female power. With the advent of Greek civilization, the existing gynocentric religion and mythology were compelled to adapt to the new patriarchal value system."
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Female Bonding with Marriage in Greek Tragedy, 2002. This paper takes a look at female-female bonds in the Greek tragedy and how those bonds contribute to the demise of marriage. 1,825 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 5 sources, $ 58.95 »
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Abstract This paper examines wives? relationships with other women, be they mothers, daughters, or confidantes, as a destructive force in the minds of ancient Greek men.
From the Paper "There are two main types of women that can change the course of an ancient Greek play by their effects on the tragic heroine: mother and confidante. In the Homeric Hymn to Demeter, we see the first of these types. Demeter, a mother distraught over her daughter?s abduction and rape, is only pacified by the breakup of Persephone?s marriage for four months out of the year. In this case, the cost of preserving the mother-daughter bond is the sacrifice of the daughter?s marriage for a third of every year. The maternal bond and the marriage bond seem to be incompatible; here, the two are unable to coexist spatially or temporally. It is Demeter who, by her passive-aggressive registration of disapproval, manages to become every son-in-law?s nightmare by turning his newlywed wife against him. "
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Female Identity, 1991. This paper discusses the psychological problems hindering development of the female identity, female ego and gender differences. 1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 9 sources, $ 63.95 »
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From the Paper "There is consensus among numerous researchers that the development of the female identity differs from that of the male counterpart in numerous respects. Further, there are a variety of positions as to the ways in which female identity occur, progress, and are enhanced . Theory of Ego Development, which addresses the individual's self-perception, perception of the social world and relationships to the affect and thoughts of others are differentiated and integrated into a series of progressive stages entailing the elements of impulse control, character development, interpersonal relationships, and cognitive preoccupations (e.g., self-concept). This theory ... "
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