Alcohol Consumption & Media Coverage
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A 6 page research paper that examines three research studies in regards to what they reveal about the effect of media on alcohol consumption. The writer argues that this research shows that the media can play either a beneficial or a detrimental role in alcohol consumption, which evolves from its function as the most obvious manifestation of our society's concept of social norms. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khalcon.rtf

Alcoholism
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A 6 page paper which examines cause and effect. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TGalcohl.rtf

Alcoholism and Social Work
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A 13 page review of alcoholism as it pertains to the field of social work. This paper clarifies the relevance and delineates developmental stages, interventions, strengths and future projections. Includes a Roman Numeral Outline. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPalcSoc.rtf

Alcoholism: A Significant Social Problem
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A 15 page discussion of alcoholism and its impacts to society. This paper discusses how we have historically dealt with the problem and makes suggestions for more effective intervention. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPalcSocPrb.rtf

Alex Kotlowitz's "There Are No Children Here"/ Sociological Analysis
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A 7 page paper that presents a review of Kotlowitz's book with consideration for the elements of social and racial concerns, as well as the psychological impacts of life in the Chicago housing projects. Kotlowitz's book is a case study, a social commentary and a journalistic representation that focuses on one families struggle in the gang controlled ghetto. The two younger boys in the Rivers family, Lafayette and Pharoah were the impetus for Kotlowitz study, but his exploration into the rest of the family, the social interactions in the projects, and the social and cultural implications of this lifestyle is significant to the book as a whole. The primary source is cited.
Filename: Kotlowit.wps

America's Most Serious Social Problem
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This 3 page opinion paper argues that the most serious social problem facing America today is poverty, exemplified in the growing gap between rich and poor. Many of our other problems stem from this base. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: HVSocPro.rtf

American Criticism of the Wealthy
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An 8 page critique of the contention that Americans do not criticize the so-called "new rich", contentions presented in a February 1, 2000 broadcast in which Ray Suarez interviews James Twitchell (author of "Lead us into Temptation: The Triumph of American Materialism"), Michael Saylor (CEO of Microstrategy), Jean Bethke Elshtain (professor of Philosophy and Political Ethics and author of “Democracy on Trial”) and screenwriter/playwright Alan Ball. The author of this paper contests Suarez's contentions and asserts that criticism of the wealthy is still very much a characteristic of American society. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPwealth.rtf

American Decency Association
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A 16 page paper which takes an in-depth look at the American Decency Association. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: RAdecenc.rtf

American Materialism
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This 3 page paper examines materialism and explains why it is detrimental. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA823mat.rtf

Americans Are Infatuated With Violence
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5 pages in length. The writer discusses that illustrative of how Americans are infatuated with violence is the impact of television talk shows, the prevalence of violence against women due to popular culture and escalating violence throughout America's school system. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TLCAmVio.rtf

An Analysis of Domestic Violence
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This 6 page paper provides a definition of domestic violence and then explores the concept in light of what Sigmund Freud, Karl Marx and Emile Durkheim might have thought. A variety of theories in terms of causes of domestic violence are explored. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA207dv.rtf

An Analysis of Irving Goffman's "Stigma":
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This 10 page paper discusses "Stigma" in terms of its theoretical orientation, theory, and criticims. This paper highlights the ramifications of being stigmatized in our society. Bibliography list 1 source.
Filename: GSStigma.rtf

An Analysis of Media Violence and its Impact on Children and Teens
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A 6 page discussion of the relationship that exists between increased media violence and child aggression. This paper approaches the problem from the analytical framework that media violence is directly related to child aggression. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPmediaViolAnalytical.rtf

An Argument on the Facts about “Fantasy Violence”
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This 5 page report discusses Richard Rhodes’ contribution to the New York Times “Op/Ed” pages for September 17, 2000, in which he presents the opinion that the current debate regarding the violence depicted in television, movies, and video games and its relationship to violent behavior in both children and adults. The article is analyzed in terms of the resources used for the argument and their effectiveness and does not support or negate Rhodes’ “opinion.” Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWfvioln.wps

An Argument Supporting the Distribution of Clean Needles as an Intervention in the AIDS Epidemic
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A 3 page contention that the distribution of clean needles should be a priority not only for non-profit organizations but also for society as a whole. The author emphasizes that not only are the less-desirable elements of society impacted by AIDS but so too are many innocent individuals. The distribution of clean needles is a simple yet effective way of interrupting the transmission of the disease. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PPneedle.rtf

An Overview of Homeless Families in Atlanta
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This 7 page paper provides data and statistical information about homeless families in the world, the United States, Georgia and most specifically Atlanta. The problem of homelessness is addressed. An overview of one shelter is provided. There is a decided focus on homeless families and available resources for women and children. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA243Ga.rtf

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