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World Systems Theory, 2006.
A discussion regarding the evolution of the world system theory and its application to today's international environment.
1,425 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper takes a look at the world system theory, a sociological approach to international economic and political relations that seeks to explain the world dynamics of the capitalist economy as a total system. According to the paper, the world-system theory evolved as a relatively recent response to global capitalism. The paper goes on to review Immanuel Wallerstein's 'The Modern World System: Capitalist Agriculture and the Origins of the European World Economy in the Sixteenth Century'.
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"Core states were the primary beneficiaries of the new economic system. During the first period of the evolution of this multifaceted hierarchy of states, "much of northwestern Europe (England, France, Holland) developed as the first core region," because of these states' strong central governments, extensive bureaucracies, and large and powerful armies. (Halsall, 1997) Their level of armament enabled these states to obtain control over international commerce. Today, the parallels with these original core states are rather obvious--that of the United States most predominantly, Japan, the United Kingdom, and other powerful modern industrialized nations such as the European Community. While it is true that having a large standing army is not a feature of Japan, and the European Community is an economic conglomerate rather than a nation state, Wallerstien's theory is still quite applicable. Features of his systems theory may change, and military might may be relatively less important than economic infrastructures in the modern world, but the division of the world's states into a kind of international feudal hierarchy remains constant."
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World System Theory, 2004.
A critical evaluation of Emanuel Wallerstein's World System Theory.
2,404 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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This paper examines Emanuel Wallerstein's modern world system and looks at how he showed how the European, capitalist, world economy developed from the 16th century into its modern form today. It explores how this modern world system came from the argument that the world system, which was traditionally considered capitalist, had an unequal international division of labor and was centered on both political and economic exploitation.
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"There were two specific divisions of the world system, and Wallerstein labeled these as world economies and world empires (Wallerstein, 1974b). The world empire was seen as a social entity that had not only a select centralized political structure but a redistributive economic system (Wallerstein, 1974b). The centralized political structure of the world Empire is a strength that it has but also a weakness (Wallerstein, 1974b). An economic flow from the outlying areas to the center through both tribute and taxation is guaranteed but there is also a bureaucracy that arises in such an empire and this absorbs a great deal of the profit (Wallerstein, 1974b). This is especially true in times where the military expenditure and social unrest is at its highest. In contrast to world empires, world economies are seen not as political entities but as economic ones (Wallerstein, 1974b)."
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World System Theory and Regime Theory, 2005.
An exploration of two systems theories (World System Theory and Regime Theory) within the discipline of global political economy.
2,290 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper deals with two system theories that attempt to explain how asymmetrical power relations in respect of economics, politics and society from the global organisation of nations and states. It includes a brief history of these system theories, their ontology and epistemology and an analysis of their critiques.
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"The idea of a systems approach to political economy originated in the natural sciences; the world is seen as a whole entity and in this respect it is a holistic view, i.e. the properties of a system cannot be determined or explained by the sum of its components alone. This is a departure from previous subjectivist theories that considered the objective sphere an unknown and/or an unknowable concept. "
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Systems Theory, 2007.
A brief discussion of the psychological theory known as systems theory.
846 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper illustrates the psychological theory known as systems theory by discussing the case of a 14-year old boy who murdered his sister. The author gives an explanation of this murder in terms of systems theory, which is based on family social hierarchy and role. Also presented is a list of assumptions based on systems theory that is useful for understanding the behavior of the 14-year old. The paper concludes showing the boy's lack of appropriate role models and self-understanding, which may have lead him to commit such a violent act.
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"Systems Theory is very helpful for understanding the behavior of this 14-year old boy. In the family, the vertical or hierarchical subsystem is that of the parents; siblings represent the horizontal subsystem for the children. Also, according to Systems Theory, "The family is a bounded system in interaction with its environment. Within the family boundary are its members and their roles, norms, values, traditions, and goals, plus other elements that distinguish one family from another and the social environment (Longres, 1990, p. 274). Within a normal family boundary, a child learns appropriate rules or input about who does what with whom. And, an open system with flexible boundaries is supposed to facilitate the throughput that will allow the child to process the output in a useful way. When all goes as expected the output should be some degree of appropriate conduct. And, an open system is in constant interaction with the child's environment, providing feedback to allow the child to make adjustments in behavior as required."
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Bowen Family Systems Theory, 2002.
A discussion of Bowen Family Systems Theory, an approach to behavioral psychology.
2,647 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper examines Bowen's Family-Systems Theory, also known as Bowen Theory and Bowen Natural Systems Theory, the name given to an approach to behavioral psychology for its principal theoretician, Murray Bowen. It analyzes how Bowen's theory shows that the proper way of identifying systems is in terms not of hierarchy structures but rather of networks and interpenetration, with multiple influences and cues informing individual experiences and responses. It discusses its approach to the analysis and clinical treatment of family systems, how it may be distinguished from other family theories and how it can be successfully used in a community setting by a community.
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"Bowen's approach to family systems can be distinguished from the Freudian conception of family in terms of the tension between archetypes (ego, id, superego) and the symbolic character of Oedipal dynamics in personal psychology as a proxy for the relationship of the individual's ego and id, which are always in tension, to the superego of civilization, with which both are in tension. Indeed, tension and balance of the three archetypal tendencies in human experience are always in the background of Freud's discourse."
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Family Systems Theory, 2002.
A discussion of Murray Bowen's groundbreaking family systems theory and concepts.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 10 sources, $ 71.95
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Discusses Murray Bowen's groundbreaking family systems theory & concepts. Bowen's discoveries as a psychiatrist that led to the deelopment of his theory. Treating the client as a system (a family) rather than as an individual in isolation. Emotional process that drives individual behavior & concept of differentiation of the self. Therapy & interpersonal conflicts. Therapeutic application of the theory.
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"Murray Bowen (1913-1990) was the originator of family systems theory in which the "differentiation of self" in the face of the emotional unit of the family was the core concept (Hutten, 2001). This Bowenian conception originated in Bowen's psychoanalytic training, but psychoanalytic notions were modified by his incorporation of systems-theory and evolutionary ideas subsequent to his observation of family members' effects on each other's emotional states. Bowen's discoveries and his theory were groundbreaking efforts, opening the way to a novel approach to therapy. Prior to his innovations the individual had always been the focus of attention from analysts and psychologists, but Bowen's theoretical proposals and the effectiveness of therapy based on them, led the way to a new chapter in psychotherapy. His original ideas have been reinterpreted and modified by..."
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Ecological Systems Theory, 2006.
A paper on ecological systems theory and how it applies to language development.
2,407 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 73.95
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This paper explains that the ecological systems theory is a psychological framework that attempts to explain the forces that impact child development. The paper further explains how this theory is particularly relevant to the communication, speech and language acquisition process in children.
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"Developmental psychology studies the change and growth of humans over the lifespan. One particular philosophy, called ecological systems theory, is especially influential in this field. It holds that a combination of biological, social, and personal characteristics control human development. This theory can be applied to numerous phenomena although early communication, speech, and language development affords a notably informative illustration."
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Bowen Family Systems Theory, 2008.
This paper provides an assessment of the applicability of the Bowen family systems theory (BFST) through a case study methodology.
1,365 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper explains that the Bowen family systems theory (BFST) regards the family unit as a single entity; if there are malfunctions with the family, BFST identifies that there are problems inherent within some aspect of the family. The paper identifies four components of BFST and addresses a case study in which these components are applied and used to asses the status of an affected individual from a troubled family background.
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Introduction
Four Components of BFST
Analysis of the Case Study
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"Bowen Family Systems Theory (BFST) regards the family unit as a single entity; much like the components of the body form the whole of the person, in BFST the individual family members form the whole of the family (Searight, 1997; Titelman, 1998). If there are problems or malfunctions with the family, BFST identifies that there are problems inherent within some aspect of the family (Searight, 1997; McGoldrick, Serson, & Shellenberger, 1999). This could be indicative of problems held by one family member that is beyond the scope of immediate family life (e.g.: conflict for a parent in the work environment) or could suggest issues that are localized within the immediate family setting itself."
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Systems Approach Theory, 2002.
This paper explores the systems approach theory by Edgar H. Schein
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This paper discusses the systems approach theory as applied to the Enron scandal.
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Family Systems Theory and Eating Disorders, 2002.
Discusses anorexia and bulimia in relation to Minuchin's family system's theory.
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During his training, Minuchin began practicing family therapy. Family is the immediate family with whom the individual lives, the extended family of relatives and friends and the community at large. Minuchin's writing included observances of the boundaries within families and between families and outsiders. Family systems therapy provides the family with the ability to distinguish between what is actual and what is a construct of the family dynamic.
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Systems vs. Contingency Theory of Management, 2005.
An analysis of these two management theories.
754 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper explains that systems theory is a predominant management theory adopted or currently in practice within the electronics field. It examines how this system requires that the manager look at how any one decision might affect the overall system framework. Systems theory is beneficial for looking at the broad or bigger picture or an organization as a whole. It then explains that contingency theory suggests that managers have to take into account every aspect of a situation before acting upon it, then act only on those aspects of a situation that are key to resolving the matter at hand.
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"Correct utilization of management theory is vital for organizational planning, decision making and control (Farmer, Richman & Ryan, 1966). Because each organization and situation is unique, one management or leadership style may not be appropriate for governing all situations, however any particularly theory can be applied universally across an organization (Callaway 1999). Systems and contingency theories are examples of two management theories that can be applied universally across the electronics organization to facilitate a productive outcome in virtually any situation."
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Ecological Systems Theory, 1999.
Assesses this social work theory & applies it to treatment of Alzheimer's patient & family.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 9 sources, $ 55.95
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" SOCIAL WORK THEORY IN PRACTICE
Introduction
This paper addresses a social work theory and its practice with regard to a social issue. The ecological theory is described and its practical application to the issue of family effects of chronic illness (Alzheimer's disease), are discussed. Limitations of the theory are presented.
Social Work Theory
A theory is a coherent group of propositions used as principles of explanation for a class of phenomena or an explanation for facts and interrelationships. The ecological systems theory states that the individual is engaged in constant transition with other people and with other systems in the environment which reciprocally influence each other. This theory.."
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Systems Theory & Economic Globalization, 1999.
Examines theory & conflict between Third World nations' local cultures & autonomy & benefits of economic globalization.
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"CULTURAL LOCAL HERITAGE VERSUS GLOBALIZATION INTEREST
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Literature was reviewed in relation to the dichotomy between conflicting desires of peoples in Third World nations to retain cultural local heritage and to participate in and benefit from the process of economic globalization. Preliminary investigation indicates that it is not the process of globalization that represents the greatest threat to cultural national heritage so much as it is the structures that powerful actors are attempting to use to shape the process.
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This research reviews literature relevant to the issue of cultural local heritage versus globalization interest. The literature review is intended to support an epistemological study.."
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Psychoanalysis and the Family Systems Theory, 1991.
This paper discusses the elements of Freud's theory which have indirectly contributed to family-oriented therapies.
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"The evolution of the field of psychology, which began with roots in philosophy, religion, and science, has progressed to include numerous divisions resulting in myriad current theories. The determination as to when the field of psychology actually began is, therefore, difficult to ascertain. Moreover, it is difficult to trace the actual beginnings of one form of psychology, for example, that of family systems. This is primarily because the field of family systems psychology has had contributions from other fields such as biological science (i.e., von Bertalanffy's general systems theory), sociology, social work, social psychiatry and social psychology. Given the multiple contributors to the field of family systems psychology from an historical perspective, this paper will be ... "
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Family Systems Theory, 1999.
Examines the family unit from a systems perspective, focusing on patterns of interaction, boundaries, rules & homeostasis.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, $ 55.95
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"A family is a complex natural social system complete with its own properties and processes. As in any system no part stands alone and no process operates without influencing, to a greater or lesser degree, every other process and every component of the system. Social Work assessments and interventions cannot, therefore, be based on the consideration of any individual or process in isolation. A review of four components of family systems--patterns of interaction, boundaries, rules, and homeostasis--demonstrates how these variables influence each other and how an understanding of these systemic interrelationships is crucial to those conducting Social Work assessments and designing interventions.
Family systems evolve rules, roles, and power structures as well as the various forms of communication, conflict resolution.."
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