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Race, Politics, & Society	Sociological Theorists & Social Theories
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Counseling & Therapies	Sociology of Sex & AIDS
Human Services, Social Work & Family Issues	Utopian Societies
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Application Of Sociological Theory : A 4 page report using social theory to explain the behavior patterns of a young pre-adolescent girl who prefers male sports and various other non-traditional activities. Psychoanalytic tools are described and Social Learning Theory is applied. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Socitheo.wps

Article Reviews / Behavior Therapy : 16 pages worth of reviews from behavior therapy - related articles. (psychology/make article section). Behathe3.wps

Behavior Therapy Vs. Psychoanalysis : An 8 page paper that looks at the development and differences between behavior therapy and traditional psychoanalysis. The author determines that the progression from the psychoanalysis to behavior therapy is natural, and that the current use of behavior techniques is based on the necessary transition. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Behapsyc.wps

The Benefits of Art Therapy : A 10 page paper discussing the utilization of therapeutic art programs in the rehabilitation of the emotionally-traumatized & disabled. Bibliography lists six sources. Artther.wps

"Christian" Vs. "Biblical" Mental Health Counseling : A 5 page paper briefly discussing the differences between and the controversy surrounding the two modes of mental health counseling and therapy. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Christbib.wps

A Christian Perspective on Psychology : A 20 page research paper which focuses on the textbook Introduction to Psychology and Counseling: Christian Perspectives and Applications by Meier, et. al. Supplementing this text with other sources as needed, the writer argues that a Christian perspective on the study of psychology provides superior counseling because the Christian counselor has the framework of Christian principles as provided by scripture to give direction to therapy. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Chrisper.wps

Career Counseling from a Christian Perspective : 7 pages in length. In great detail, the writer discusses problems that Christians are apt to find with the concept of career counseling and posits a methodology designed to help them appreciate it based upon the existing literature. It is asserted that a well-rounded Christian philosophy in career guidance counseling should help people discern their vocations and encourage the Christian use of their skills, Approximately 12 scholarly sources are listed in bibliography. Careerco.wps

Career Guidance Counseling : A 13 page comprehensive, analytical paper examining theories of career guidance counseling. The writer then goes on to create one based strictly upon the existing literature. Included are a theoretical history, discussion of major theorists, and various case examples. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Careergu.wsp

School Violence / Anti-Violence Programs & Conflict Resolution : An 8 page outline of the problem of school violence and what is being done across the nation to combat it. The writer outlines several successful anti-violence and conflict resolution programs that have been incorporated in schools. Emphasizes one innovative program from Jacksonville Florida that developed distance learning curriculum. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Schlconf.wps

Do Interviewing Techniques Reduce Violence In Public Schools ? : An 11 page research paper examining the failure of interviewing techniques and alternative methods in stopping drug abuse & violence among populations attending inner-city public schools. Research and existing literature on the subject are examined are recommendations for "getting at the heart of violence" in a specific urban school system. Bibliography lists 15+ sources. Schovio2.wps

Violence in Our Schools / What Can Be Done ? : A 12 page examination of violence in our schools and the anti-violence programs which are being implemented to deter it. Special emphasis is placed on one such program in Northwest Florida. Bibliography lists seven sources. Vilsk.wps

Alcoholism / A Realistic Case : A 10 page narrative illustratively detailing the author's experience with a friend who was discovered to be an alcoholic. Near the report's conclusion, an analysis is made based upon common concepts and terminologies taught in health and even sociology classes. No bibliography. Alcojeff.wps

Initial Organized Substance Abuse Intervention : An 11 page paper that describes the pre-intervention assessment methods and the facts behind the substance abuse habits of a loving but highly angry 16-year-old boy. Bill is the product of pugnacious and alcoholic homes, and trying his best to stay away from the drugs to which he feels so drawn. He is constantly in trouble at school; his dark anger brought him to juvenile court on assault charges filed by his stepmother. Bill’s assessment revealed that his risk levels were not so severe that state-supported inpatient treatment could be justified, but it was clear he could not return either to his mother’s or father’s home. He did have an alternative, and one that worked for him. Bill is a very real character; the paper contains no fiction. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Subabin.wps

Stopping Drug Abuse Before It Begins : A 15 page presentation & proposal designed to fulfill an unmet need in an inner-city community. The writer discusses how a social services center can be used to gather support from parents & teachers in proactively taking kids off the streets and helping them to avoid drug use before ever starting. Relevant social theories, constituents involved, and a plan for presenting the idea to the local government are presented. Bibliography lists 16 sources. Unmet.wps

Substance Abuse Treatment Programs : A 12 page paper that explores present treatments for substance abuse. The paper is a discussion and comparison of twelve-step programs, individual therapy, family system therapies, and group therapies--but focuses primarily on the synthesis of these treatment programs, which mirrors current practice. The paper also provides statistics from several comparative analyses on the success of these program types. Bibliography lists twelve sources. Subabuse.wps

Drug Treatment Programs / Effectiveness : A 15 page research paper that investigates the effectiveness of different drug treatment programs. Specifically, programs offered in some prisons as well as in outpatient clinics are compared. The writer hypothesizes that the 12-Step program is the most effective and makes comparisons of other programs with the 12-Step program. Statistics are provided for some programs. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Drugtrpr.wps

Secured Drug Treatment Facility : A 15 page analysis of the considerations necessary for creating and implementing a secured drug treatment facility. The writer explores the planning and management considerations for such a correctional facility in terms of construction, administration, personnel, maintenance, employee training, inmate programs, fiscal budget, and public relations issues. Bibliography lists 16 sources. Cnprison.wps

Talking With A Family About Incest : This 5 page report is written from the counselor’s perspective after being assigned by the court to a case where a 35 year-old man is arrested for having intercourse with his 13 year old daughter. How should the situation be handled? Bibliography lists 5 sources. Fmincest.wps

Counseling Of Rape Victims : 10 pages in length. Professional counseling and support groups are essential for those who have suffered sexual assault. Rape victims have a great deal of emotional and psychological issues to process, and these often cannot be accomplished without the intervention of trained counselors. The writer discusses the various benefits of rape counseling, as well as addresses underlying issues concerning why some people refuse to seek counseling. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Rapecoun.wps

Grief Therapy For Those Whose Loved Ones Are Dying : A 5 page paper describing the process of grief and grief therapy. The writer describes the therapeutic techniques of grief, the stages of grief, and the unique experiences of those facing death. Specifically emphasized are the various theoretical frameworks offered for counseling with an individual anticipating a major loss such as a terminal illness of his/her own or a loved one. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Griefpap.wps

Grief Therapy For Those Whose Loved Ones Have Passed : A 5 page paper on the process of grief therapy and specifically identifying the unique experiences an individual has who confronts the loss of a loved one as well as the particular therapeutic challenges presented by this kind of loss. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Griefpa2.wps

Marriage Counseling & Keeping Couples Together : A detailed, 6 page examination of marriage counseling theory & technique today. The writer cites key statistics concerning marriage/divorce rates and pointing at the work of certain theorists, argues that there exists a grave need for change. Much of this essay is written from a "Christian perspective" on marriage counseling in which the emphasis is to be upon keeping the couple together and helping them to both understand and appreciate their sacred vows. FREE abstract included ! Bibliography lists 5 sources. Marrcoun.wps

Marital & Family Therapy / Techniques : A 12 page examination of the history and central features of Marital and Family Therapy as a social movement and an institution. Significant trends and contributions are highlighted including : Structural Family Therapy, Strategic Family Therapy, Transgenerational Family Therapy, and Behavioral Family Therapy. The writer also provides a brief overview of treatment modalities that have developed under the umbrella of marriage and family therapy and formulates a theory of marital and family therapy based upon the "better parts" of that which already exists. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Marrfami.wps

Multicultural Marriage Counseling : An 8 page overview of the difficulties involved in providing multicultural marriage counseling. Emphasizes the differences and the feelings of isolation which a multicultural couple, or a couple whose cultural background is different from the counselor might experience. It also suggests that it is the role of the counselor to overcome these feelings and to gain the trust of the clients. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Marcouns.wps

Investigating Advice on Communication Between Couples : An 8 page paper comparing the theories of 5 self-help relationship books to the findings of current communications research reports. There are very good self-help books available discussing the male-female romantic relationship, but the reader does indeed need to be aware of the discrepancies of many of them with both current communications research findings and common sense. With the exception of Gray, every one of the problems discussed in both the books and the communications journal articles referenced for this paper has as its base a lack of honesty on the part of at least one, and normally both involved players. Whether that lack of honesty is intentional or not, it nevertheless is there and blocks the path of any true and lasting relationship. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Coupcom.wps

Love Is Never Enough, Or Is It? : An 8 page paper discussing the book by Aaron T. Beck entitled, Love is Never Enough. This book is based a cognitive therapy approach to marriage counseling. Beck offers many constructive ideas and exercises for the couple who wish to more fully understand each other while ceasing to bring in their negative, and pointless, emotions into the relationship. While this book may apply to many people, if not all people in some way, it is presumptuous to assume that love is "never enough." Lnevere.wps

Counseling Perspectives For Adolescent Homosexuality : A 5 page paper that deals with the issues facing counseling psychologists who counsel adolescent homosexuals. The paper discusses the issues facing the adolescents and gives the psychologist background research on a few of these issues. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Youngay.wps

Ethical Issues in Counseling : In 15 pages the author discusses that it is important for the counselor to leave behind personal bias and opinion when in a counseling session. "It is important to leave behind personal bias and opinion when counseling. From a Christian counseling perspective, it is important to help the client and not let personal opinion or bias or religious affiliation cloud judgement. It is never acceptable behavior to allow cultural, ethnic, or sexual bias to enter the counseling session. Although the Christian counselor is in great demand, he/she is at risk for placing his religious beliefs and moral standard on the client. Counseling is a field on which many individuals, both secular and Christian, rely. The counselor must be ready to face difficult situations in which he/she is in total disagreement with the client's lifestyle, religious beliefs, ethnicity, or culture, and still be able to do his/her job, and do it to the best of his/her ability." Bibliography lists 11 sources. Couneth.wps

Treating Gay & Lesbian Patients In Therapy : A thorough discussion on therapy for the gay and lesbian patients is explored in this 12 page paper. The subject of choosing a homosexual vs. heterosexual therapist is addressed. Specific guidelines useful to therapists treating patients with sexual identity issues are provided. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Gaylest.wps

Issues and Problems in Multicultural Counseling : 9 pages in length. A comprehensive overview of issues concerning multicultural counseling. Examined are considerations and problems faced by counselors working with culturally-diverse groups, models in multicultural training, and the bi-racial identity development model (clearly explained). Bibliography lists approximately 12 sources. Multicou.wps

David Sue On Counseling The Multiculturally Different : A 7 page essay discussing the aspects of cross-cultural counseling emphasizing the work of David Sue. The area of multicultural counseling is one that is becoming increasingly more important in this country. The writer discusses specific areas in which changes may need to be considered. Davidsue.wps

When Personal Bias in Counseling is a Good Thing : A 5 page paper discussing it is impossible to avoid personal bias or personal values in a counseling setting and why that is not necessarily a bad thing, as long as the counselor does not project his or her biases onto their client. Bibliography lists five sources. Pbias.doc

Counselor Identity & the Necessary Characteristics of an Effective Counselor :
A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the prominent characteristics of effective counselors and considers factors ranging from communications skills to race as they influence counselor/client relationships. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Counsel.wps

Psychiatric Social Worker : A 5 page paper on the job of the P.S.W. either as a contractor to or full-time employee of the institution. The paper concentrates on the duties, including diversity, and retained autonomy combined with the advantages of teamwork. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Psycsocl.wps

Support Groups / Mentally Retarded Adults & Their Parents : A 5 page research paper that discusses the need for and benefits of support groups for mentally retarded or developmentally disabled adults. Discussion of the benefits of the same sort of support group for parents of adult children with developmental disabilities is also offered. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Supptgrp.wps

The Mentally Retarded Person In The Community : This 9 page research paper investigates the issues involved in mentally retarded persons making a successful transition into community. Specific approaches and programs to help them make this transition are discussed as are the reasons for the movement to this way of living as opposed to institutions. Bibliography lists 12 sources. MRcomm.wps

Group Counseling / People with Developmental Disabilities : A 5 page research paper exploring the benefits of group counseling of persons who are mentally retarded. There are very few studies to be found in the literature because this approach has historically been ignored for this population. Research does, however, point to the benefits of group counseling. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Grpcoun.wps

Conflict Resolution / Eight Essential Steps : A 10 page overview of conflict resolution using the Dudley Weeks’ The Eight Steps to Conflict Resolution and William Wilmot’s and Joyce Hocker’s Interpersonal Conflicts. Bibliography lists three sources. Conflict8.wps

Ruthellen Josselson’s "The Space Between Us" : This 5 page research paper provides a critical analysis to consider the importance of the sociology text, The Space Between Us, by Ruthellen Josselson. No additional sources cited. Betweenu.wps

Counseling the Dying : A 15 page research paper that explores the five stages of grieving, stages of hope, and various counseling techniques by physicians, nurses, clerics, and counseling psychologists when dealing with terminally ill patients. Bibliography lists 13 sources. Termill.wps