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Since the times of Adam and Eve, humanity has been divided into two parts. Men and women, although living side by side, were opposing each other all the time. Without going too deep into history, somewhere in the 18th century appeared the movement called feminism, meant to fight for women’s...
Introduction The change in social stratification was present during the agrarian and all through to the industrial revolution. These past revolutions brought changes that socialists had to theoretically examine their consequences in the future. Bell and Braverman contributed to theories of the labor process but their ideologies were different and...
Introduction Communicating effectively is vital in addressing an international audience. A high degree of sensitivity, skills and regulation is required. According to Victor (2009, p. 36), monitoring the content of a speech before and after its delivery, is necessary. Compared with casual speech, public speech requires a high degree of...
Introduction Feminist ethics describe approaches of various feminists towards ethics. Feminist ethics dates back to the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries and amongst its pioneers include feminists such as Mill, Beecher, Stanton, Gilman, and Wollstonecraft. Their aim was to correct male biases towards women subordination as characterized by conventional ethics. According...
Introduction President Barrack Obama, in keeping with his campaign pledges, ordered Guantanamo Bay prison to be closed with immediate effect. This happened on his second day as President. It was a bold move aimed at restoring the US’s moral image on a global scale. Before this, Guantanamo has been an...
Introduction Affirmative action has been designed to resolve the major ethnic/ racial controversies and to provide minority populations with a chance to realize themselves in a foreign society. Given the continuous racial prejudice and the growing percentage of a minority population in the U.S., affirmative action was expected to give...
Introduction The Age of Industrialization brought prosperity, modernity, technology as well as new threats are never seen before. The new technology, as well as new ways of creating products and services, created problems in various industries that are difficult to anticipate and, worse, extremely hard to solve. One of the...
Ethics is a major part of philosophy which subject of studying is morality. Morality does not form a special area in human life, but it is present in people’s every relation (the relation surrounding people surrounding, to the nature, to animals). Ethics have a close connection with sciences about humans...
Florence Kelley was the daughter of William D. Kelley, the United States congressman. She was born on September 12, 1859, and is considered to be one of the most notable social reformers in the world. There is no wonder that Florence tried to change society throughout her life, because her...
Being a member of the academe gives one innate responsibility as a leader. Distinguished as a moral compass of sorts, he is looked up to by his students and fellow scholars to come up with infallible decisions on life and learning. However, it must be remembered that as human beings,...
A team is a union of two or more people to achieve particular goals. Formal teams are the groups that function within the structure of a particular organization. Contemporary management is hard to perceive without such structure as teams. The fact that managing each member personally is an extremely ineffective...
Introduction Gender mainstreaming entails assessing the effects to both men and women of any planed undertaking be it legislative, a program or policies covering all levels and areas of development. It is aimed at ensuring that both men and women are involved in designing, implementing, evaluating and monitoring all policies...
Introduction The subject of personal values and ethical standards is a major prerequisite in social life and business matters. The issue of values and ethics has come to the forefront since the near-collapse of the biggest economy of the United States, which most commentators have blamed on questionable values and...
Literature suggests that social scientists have always attempted to address complex relationships between various attitudes of society while constructing the interrelated constructs of sex, gender, and sexuality. This literature review focus on various perspectives of gender and sexuality in the context of different arenas of social groups. In this context,...
Introduction Guzzini and Leander (2006) do not agree with Wendt’s theory that under the anarchy regime, the state society is unable to cooperate into identity formations. Guzzini and Leander (2006) contradict this theory, emphasizing that a lot of other factors influence identity state formation. They also disagree with Wendt’s consideration...
Diversity is the term generally used to denote the various difference in the cultural, traditional, religious, geographical, gender, and racial differences that may be present in human beings. For example, America is a highly diverse country encompassing Hispanics, African Americans, Latinos, and Asians, etc., thus America is a country with...
The primary task of the social work profession is to promote human well-being and help meet the fundamental human needs of all people, with particular attention to the requirements and empowerment of people who are at risk, oppressed, and living in conditions of poverty [Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW,...
Introduction Even now, at the beginning of the twenty-first century, there is a widely held opinion among many sociologists and psychologists that gender is the set of biological and social characteristics that distinguishes men from women. The word “social” is crucial in this case. In fact, physical characteristics of a...
In 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. along with 52 other African-Americans set out on a quest to put an end to the segregation laws in the south. It was their mission to march into downtown Birmingham, Alabama to let their disapproval be known. This act of defiance was greeted...
Introduction In cases when failing vital organs resist the available types of treatment, the only option for survival may be associated with transplantation. However, there is a significant lack of organ donors who can provide enough resources to patients who need them. Because of the severe shortage, some patients may...
Introduction Human subject research is a systematic, scientific investigation that involves humans as research subjects. This type of research is used in many fields, including basic biology, psychology, sociology, political science, anthropology, nursing, and clinical medicine. Today, in the United States, the National Institute of Justice provides clear guidelines regarding...
Abstract In his essay, James Wilson stated that character is shaped by the “ethos of the times.” Character which forms in the early years and has intrinsically been linked to deviance is an important aspect to examine. While character is shaped by familial and biological factors, policy can influence it...
Introduction Involuntary immigration has become a major global concern, especially in developed nations. According to the 2018 World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report, involuntary immigration caused by climate change has become common in numerous countries (World Economic Forum 2018). In short, people are emigrating from undeveloped nations worst affected by...
Sex and sexuality can be considered fundamental social constructs as they regulate the interaction of people belonging to various communities and the way they evolve. For this reason, these aspects have always attracted philosophers’ attention. They tried to outline factors impacting the emergence of particular behaviors in individuals when interacting...
Introduction According to one of the most famous Shakespearian memes, the world is a stage and all the individuals in it are merely performing actors. This suggestion implies that the way in which people go about trying to achieve self-actualization within the society cannot be discussed outside of how they...
Introduction The modern world is experiencing tremendous paradigm shifts as consistent and systemic efforts are being made to eliminate discrimination and create a tolerant and egalitarian society. Feminism is a movement and ideology which seeks to redefine social attitudes towards women and establish the provision of equal rights. Despite significant...
For several decades, the media has influenced the behavior of individuals. The roles assigned to men and women have a close relationship with those expressed by characters in televisions, radios, and online platforms. A review of the themes portrayed in various programs indicates a misleading trend by the media concerning...
Given that alcohol abuse affects myriad families, ruining people’s health and harming social life, it is still a sensitive and critical issue to consider. Alcohol use disorder is probably the most preventable cause of mortality, which leads to a variety of acute and chronic diseases. For example, it is indisputable...
The specifics of communication between a man and a woman who are in relations that they define as friendship, but that can actually be described as love, are interesting to be examined in detail. The focus of this paper is on the analysis of interpersonal communication observed between the characters...
People in all corners of the world are continuously exposed to a great number of crimes daily. With the emergence of new technologies and ways of communication, the scale and number of such crimes rise. While some offenses are vividly observable, others remain unseen by the general public due to...
The use of animals in scientific experimentation has been debated widely. Several studies have shown that animal testing is unethical and ineffective, and alternative methods of study should be developed and adopted. Proponents argue that animals have body systems that are similar to those of humans, and are the most...
An immigrant who moves into a new country will typically encounter a variety of issues that will complicate the process of them satisfying their needs and reaching happiness. The language barrier is one such problem, as it makes communication with many of the other people in the community difficult. Even...
Today, it is impossible to imagine the world without the technological advancements that provide comfort and a rich experience. Smartphones became a common gadget for any person as a means of communication, playing, and spending time. Not only adults, but also children, adolescents, and older adults use this device every...
Introduction Globalization is a long-term phenomenon involving a gradual change of events. This process has occurred in distinct phases with each having unique characteristics. The evolution of modes of communication has contributed significantly to globalization. Through the development of certain communication forms and technologies, people, cultures, and societies have gone...
Introduction Mexican immigrants living in the US are an important part of American society, economy, and culture. Mexican Americans are valuable for US agriculture and low-skill job sector, and the education system. Despite the apparent positive impact of Mexican immigrants, there are many people in the US ignorant of this...
Introduction The Trolley Problem is ethics thought experiment that deals with the choice of saving several people by killing one. It has found widespread use in various moral and ethical discussions, such as law, medicine, and, recently, artificial intelligence (AI) and automated vehicles. This essay will discuss my views of...
Part II of Chapter 12 Intersectional feminism seems to have appeared as a response to the predominant paradigm of radical feminism that was characterized by the oversimplification of a phenomenon as complex as gender disparities. Radical feminists allegedly strived for the establishment of the global sisterhood, and yet, they never...
Introduction The Internet age has brought forth a significant change in social interactions and personal connections. As in the case of any modern tendency, this phenomenon created both numerous advantages and challenges. On the one hand, researchers note that social networking gives plenty of chances to increase one’s quantity and...
Introduction The technological breakthrough of the 21st century resulted in the rethinking of individual privacy concepts and surveillance ethics. Governments and companies all over the world are now able to gather, store, and analyze the personal data of millions of people. It is evident that these institutions substantially benefit from...
Introduction The issue of immigration in the U.S. has been a topic of debate for many years. However, one aspect that often lacks proper attention from the authorities and the general public is the children of immigrants who are left in their home countries. This paper aims to evaluate the...
When attempting to describe someone’s personality and what makes it inherently unique, words such as artistic, logical, or other adjectives may be used. Regardless of word choice, any option confirms adherence to a behavioral pattern. Thus, are people who stay quiet during an argument on which they hold an opinion...
The Queer of Color Theory As a diverse field of studies that includes multiple disparate ideas and points of view, the queer theory incorporates color issues. To understand the experiences of people different from the predominant groups, one should refer to the queer of color theory that “seeks to disrupt...
Hypothesis People at the lower economic level are likely to be binge drinkers. Independent Variable The economic level: What economic level describes your living standard? The response categories are lower, medium, and higher economic levels. Dependent Variable Drinking behavior: Do you consume alcohol heavily? The categories of responses to heavy...
I first encountered the notion of responsibility when I was six years old. I was told that taking out the trash was my responsibility. It meant that, if the trash was not taken out by the end of a day, I was the one to blame. Since then, my understanding...
Introduction Every human being is a unique creature that has its own peculiarities and perspectives on numerous issues and problems that arise in the course of his/her development. The approach to these questions and the ways to solve the most nagging problems are predetermined by an individuals value system and...
There are many different thoughts about the importance of society and the need to comprehend social expectations. I like the ideas offered by the professor Richard Jenkins about the connection between social identity and society and the necessity for people to know what they are. Jenkins (as cited in Kidd...
Introduction The Affiliates of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), has set up its standards of work and performance. These standards and expectations of conduct at work are the ACHE’s code of ethics. The code has several specific standards of moral conduct to direct healthcare professionals through their professional...
Social services professionals play a positive role in every community. They use their competencies to support the welfare of many people and provide adequate services that can improve their living conditions (Diller, 2015). I strongly believe that I have acquired useful dexterities that make me a competent provider of superior...
Interpersonal Communication Process of developing a good relationship with other people Interpersonal skills can be learned and developed Effective communication is an essential skill and is related to success Principles of Interpersonal Communication Good listening is being interested in what you are being told Judgment should come after the information...
Abstract Recently the issue of terrorism has raised major security concerns throughout the world. This concern has increased the need to have effective counter terrorism measures in place. However, the fight against terrorism has led to controversy and friction between the measures taken by the state counter terrorism committee to...
Sue’s Worldview Model Promoting cultural competence is a crucial step toward improving communication between the members of the global community. Indeed, culture clashes, misconceptions, and misunderstandings affect the quality of communication to a considerable degree, reducing the opportunities for developing a compromise and identifying a viable solution. To handle the...
The formation of one’s self begins with answering the question “who am I”. The self-conception presents a set of concepts by which one determines what he or she is. This is the central part of the process of socialization that develops in the course of human interaction with other people....
Introduction In any society, culture may be played out from different dimensions such as through masculinity and femininity. Masculinity entails a cultural dimension in which gender roles become distinct by spelling out characteristics that men should display. Such traits include materialism, assertiveness, and toughness among others. Conversely, women are expected...
Introduction Abortion is the termination of a pregnancy before the developing fetus is ready to be born or able to survive. When it happens naturally, it is known as a miscarriage, and when done deliberately, it is referred to as an induced abortion. Any woman who participates in abortion does...
Abstract The text of this paper consists of the review of C.J. Pascoe’s 2007 book Dude, You’re a Fag: Masculinity and Sexuality in High School, and the critique of what appears to be the book’s major weaknesses. In particular, the author is being criticized on account of her inability to...
Casino, a gambling activity, has caused a plethora of effects in the society both economically and socially. The legalization of the gambling game in many nations has led to the establishment of structures, which govern the activity. Some countries have commissioned organizations to assess the impact of casino gambling within...
The Seven Fires Prophecy of the Anishinaabe people is a vast overview of the future for the people who live in North America. Seven predictions describe seven epochs and turning points where history will be changed. Since the prophecy encompasses actual beliefs of the Anishinaabe people and is deeply incorporated...
Introduction Longing for problem resolution is normal for all spheres of life. Negotiation is a tool for non-violent conflict settlement. The term “negotiation” is mostly used concerning business or politics, but its application is not limited to these spheres. Thus, crisis negotiation is considered to be one of the most...
Introduction: Acculturation as a Phenomenon. Definition, Examples and Expected Outcomes Immigration has always been associated with several negative issues, starting from the unemployment due to the influx of immigrant labor force to the possibility of cultural conflicts. The issue of immigration, however, is rarely considered from an immigrant. Acculturation is...
Introduction The article in question dwells upon the development of stereotypes in children and adolescents. Croft, Schmader, Block and Baron (2014) state that parents inflict their implicit and explicit beliefs concerning gender roles on their children. Croft et al. (2014) utilize the social role theory as a theoretical framework for...
Any scientific research has its purpose and goals. An effective scientific research has a considerable scientific merit as it contributes to theory and advances knowledge. This paper will evaluate the scientific merit of the work by Croft, Schmader, Block and Baron (2014). This study explores the way gender stereotypes are...
Introduction Although the term Diaspora applies to diverse transnational formations, there have been contentions regarding to its exact meaning. Sociologists, journalists, public, political scientists and anthropologists have applied the term differently depending on the circumstances of their perception and application. One view of the term diaspora means transnational groups that...
Introduction Many aspects of children education affect their development. One of these aspects is the way in which they are taught about gender roles. Gender typing refers to the process through which children acquire certain values, behaviors, and attitudes that are ascribed to either of the two genders (Banks and...
The article, written by M. Newton-Francis and G. Young, scholars, specializing in sociology, examines the phenomenon of a Hooters Girl – the image of a sexualized woman used as a brand image by the Hooters restaurant franchise and established as a role model for the waitresses. The argument in the...
Gender difference is not biologically based, but instead it is a social construction because individuals are socialized to behave in a certain manner with specific roles to play. Women have never enjoyed their rights and freedom since time in memorial because of male patriarchy and oppression that society has always...
Introduction Due to several factors, scientists have been able to make a considerable breakthrough in many spheres of human life. However, the methods employed in reaching this progress do not always involve only humans’ endeavors and participation. Along with technological advancements, laboratories widely use animal research to achieve the results...
In 1842 Henry David Thoreau did not to pay his taxes. He did the same thing the following year. In 1846 he was arrested for failure to pay taxes. Thoreau decided not to pay his taxes in order to protest slavery (Dillman 1). It was an illegal arrest. The law...
Introduction Certainly, advanced technology has brought enhanced power and strength to communicate effectively and faster and has provided an instant and easier way to contact and interact with families and friends. Web application or Internet has become the most significant tool for our day-to-day activities since it serves as a...
One of the most common criticisms against fraternities is the promotion of criminal activity and indecent behavior among members. Fraternities are exclusive societies that comprise people with similar views, opinions, and ideologies regarding certain critical issues in society such as politics, religion, race, and sexuality (Loh, Gidycz, Lobo, & Luthra,...
Framing Theory Framing is the process through which movements express or tend to produce an interpretation of the circumstances or events that encourage or trigger protest (Tarrow 1998). The media is an important framing method for various protest and movement groups around the world (Tarrow 1998). Because it influences a...
Introduction In the second chapter of his book Outliers: The Story of Success, Malcolm Gladwell discusses the prerequisites, which are important for reaching success in various professional areas. To some degree, the author’s discussion is based on the study of various violinists. In particular, this research carried out by other...
Introduction The frequency with which people are moving from one country to another has been on the rise in the recent past. People are moving to change lifestyles, seek job opportunities, education, or refuge in times of conflicts. However, many immigrants have targeted Toronto thus resulting in a number of...
Social science paradigms can be defined as the frames and models according to which researchers can observe the world and make conclusions about the certain institutions, processes, and interactions within the society. As a result, social science paradigms are used in order to organize the researchers’ observation and reasoning and...
Introduction Due to its status as the world’s richest country and the land of opportunities, the United States has attracted millions of immigrants over the decades. The immigrants are mostly people who seek to benefit financially from the numerous economic opportunities available in the country. In addition to the legal...
Introduction Modern society is extremely judgmental towards women in all aspects. A predominant element in which women are either criticized or praised is their body. Our society strives for perfection, and this affects women especially teenage girls. Fitness magazines, clothing lines and dietary supplements push women to the edge when...
Introduction: Power of Persuasion and its Role in Negotiation A success of negotiation is fully dependent upon the persuasion skills of the communicants. Persuasion helps people to address multiple issues and challenges, to attract attention as well as to arrive at mutually consistent and correct decisions. It is crucial to...
Socrates was one of the philosophers who sacrificed his life for the sake of justice in society. He had been accused falsely by the ten demon tyrants of inciting the youths against the owners of the means of production. Plato was one of his students and a friend as well....
Lucretius was one of the philosophers that declared war on religion because of its effects on members of society. He was of the view that religion does not play positive role to the life of an individual, but instead it only confuses individuals to believe in what does not exist...
Peter Abelard and Heloise are two well-known figures in the field of philosophy. Abelard proposed the concept of moral intention by arguing that sins are not the act of evil desires or a person does not commit sins because of having evil desires. Instead, the consent to follow evil desires...
Introduction New York City has the highest population in the world for it has enormous amount of resources that facilitate social growth and development. The city has diverse races, which mainly comprise Europeans, Africans, and Asians. The major challenges in the city are congestion, housing, crime, and racism. Both the...
Introduction: Entering the New Century Living in a world without any social, political or moral restrictions can hardly seem possible, because the humankind needs certain boundaries which will define the meaning of good and evil, thus, setting certain rules with the help of which the humankind can survive. However, as...
Introduction and Literature review Little research has been carried to ascertain the impact of shame and guilt in the normal developmental process of adolescents in ideal or non-ideal family settings. For a clear view of the role of these two emotive responses, one needs to have a clear picture of...
Chomp is a strategy game played by two individuals. The competitors play the game on a rectangular bar made up of small cells. Every player chooses a block and eats it (removes) from the board. The player who eats (removes) the poisoned block will lose the game. According to Siegel...
People living with disabilities go through several challenges in life because society is yet to appreciate their presence. Close analysis of the professionals in the Hall of Fame suggests that stigmatization is one of the challenges that the deaf and the blind face in most societies, including some of the...
Introduction Depression is a serious mental health issue that has become prevalent in modern society. While this condition afflicts people indiscriminately, women are more predisposed to developing depressive disorders. A report by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) estimates that one in eight women will face a major depression...
Introduction Truth primarily means conforming to factual reality. Depending on individuals’ perceptions, way of thinking, emotionality, or form of verbal and non-verbal communication (language), truth is relative (Atwood p. 1). Human beings base their judgments on mere perceptions, which vary depending on an individual’s state of mind, societal influences, and...
Introduction The dystopian genre of literature revolves around society with oppressive leadership with non-conforming structures (Orwell 26). Usually as Booker (5) notes, malevolent autocrats rise to the throne and stamp autocratic systems in running the society. More often, the government of the day is characteristic of endless travesties that cause...
What exactly are the primary qualities of an object, and what are its secondary qualities? Concerning Locke’s theory regarding ideas as well to the idea of primary and secondary qualities, breakdown and explain in Locke’s terms what exactly you perceive when you perceive an object that you would identify as...
Introduction This paper outlines social community constructions, expected social conduct, and economic structures within the society. Also, it analyzes the government’s support for occupations and unfortunate citizens. It evaluates various aspects of society and their significance to the culture. Come the unity refers to a social set up with values...
Introduction In human beings, death causes anxiousness, fear, depression, and sorrow even at its mention. Even with the knowledge that death is inevitable for living, people can never be prepared for it, and that explains why sorrow and grief accompany death. Although man has invented ways and means of stopping...
Cultural Beliefs in Sweden: Cooperation There is hardly a single thing that is just as important to people as the sense of belonging and the search for the ideas that can help them in the process of self0identifiction. Luckily enough, when being a part of a certain culture, one is...
Introduction The annals of history are replete with inequalities in human relations including, discrimination based on religion, ethnic extraction, race, gender, and sexual orientation. Discrimination has never augured well with many people and so abolitionists still clamor for justice and equality, and have made major strides towards ending it. Nevertheless,...
The Boy Spies Mubarak was the president of Egypt when the events introduced in the chapter took place. Zawahiri who has been also referred to as the ‘brains of Al Qaeda’ had a plan to kill Mubarak together with the Egyptian radicals during his visit to Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), to...
For many years now, women have been pushed to the periphery regarding managerial positions in many institutions. This has been a result of restrictions that were imposed on women, thus hindering their upward mobility. On the same note, there have been different types of discrimination directed towards women. Whenever administrative...
Prostitution is the exchange of sexual acts for payment. There are many reasons why people enter prostitution and some of them are age, early home leaving, childhood sexual abuse, drug abuse and poverty (Sullivan, 2001). Prostitution is accompanied by many problems chief among them being physical and sexual abuse, drug...
In his article called “Famine Relief: The Duties We Have to Others”, Christopher Heath Wellman focuses on the subject of ethics in the act of helping other people. His major statement is that if one has the resources and an ability to help someone who is in need of help...
Draft Gender issues must be understood if development goals are to be realized. This is not a requirement for just one region of the world or a certain group of people. It is a universal requirement because gender issues are the same for all people and for all places. The...
Introduction Parents should not employ spanking as a disciplinary technique for shaping a child’s behavior. Some studies indicate that spanking is a futile technique for disciplining children. However, none of these studies show its benefits or usefulness. In reality, spanking estranges children from their parents, instead of promoting good behavior....
Introduction Conflicts are inevitable in the lives of people. A person can be involved in a conflict situation with family members and friends as well as colleagues or even strangers. Conflicts are usually caused by the incompatibility of principles, aims, interests, or experiences. In every case, the success of conflict...
Happiness is an expression of positive emotions such as intense joy and contentment due to a state of mental well-being. Material goods are commodities such as cars, houses, televisions as appliances that can be sold or purchased. It is important to note that material goods give the possessors non-spiritual pleasure. ...
Summary The National AfterSchool Association (NAA) Code of Ethics guides professionals working in the after-school sector. In this context, professionals should be aware of professional ethics in their work. The Ethical Responsibilities to Children section emphasizes the importance of creating an enabling environment for children’s growth and development, which is...
Stereotypical Images Photo 1 can be seen as a stereotypical image of a woman. This is because in a patriarchal society, there is an opinion that women’s work can only be in the kitchen. Even though some women wanted to be housewives for a long time, women had no other...
Listening vs. Hearing There are significant differences between processes such as listening and hearing. Hearing is the perception of sound through which noise and tones are transmitted to a person as stimuli. On the other hand, listening is a more complex process in which the brain plays a leading role....
Introduction Free speech is a fundamental right that should be maintained to sustain a democratic society in which people may express their opinions and confront authority without fear of punishment or persecution. Arguments Supporting the Thesis Free Speech Encourages Diversity of Thought Individuals are more likely to communicate a variety...
Introduction The disposal of monuments that represent oppression is a sensitive topic, and many people have conflicting opinions on the matter. In the current case, local organizations believe that Robert E. Lee’s statue symbolizes enslavement and should be removed to promote diversity. I agree with this position and believe that...
The Main Point of the Articles The article’s main point is that character is developed through narration and that growth occurs when people reflect on their stories. Hauerwas argues that it is necessary to focus on character development to lead meaningful lives (Hauerwas 221). He suggests narrative is used as...
Definitions Sojourner Truth Sojourner Truth was an activist, feminist, and author born into slavery in the United States but who escaped as an adult. She became a rebel and advocate for human rights soon after her release from slavery (Epis, 2022). Marlon Troy Riggs Marlon Troy Riggs was an African-American...
Article Summary The article by Charles Taylor clearly shows that the modern self is a product of several social and cultural processes. The author argues that these processes are not about identity and self-expression but about how people understand and express their identities (Taylor). It is clear from the article...
Introduction The modern moral culture targets the elimination of prejudice and condemnation, emphasizing the importance of treating all people equally. One of the prominent areas in which moral entrepreneurs and rule creators operate is drug laws and policies. In the past, moral entrepreneurs who perceived drug use as immoral created...
Groups Protesting Under the American Flag Both marginalized groups, immigrants and African Americans, flew the American flag during their protests to assert their rights as American citizens. The demonstrations allowed immigrants to demonstrate their desire to be fully a part of the democratic values and promise the national flag represents...
Introduction Thomas Sowell is one of the most significant social theorists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Sowell’s career as an economist for more than half a century has accumulated significant knowledge and experience for humanity in economics and politics. Moreover, Sowell’s works greatly contributed to focusing the public’s attention...
Introduction The topic of racial and ethnic identity is rather acute in the United States due to the vast number of immigrants of various origins. While they can integrate into society, they cannot become true Americans. As a child of Dominican immigrants, I experienced the impact of existing social hierarchies...
The Conversation Slaughter Engages In In recent discussions of gender equality, such as in “Why Women Still Can’t Have it All” by Anne-Marie Slaughter, a controversial issue has been whether leaders promoting feminist values should also address the challenges they face in balancing work and personal life. Identifying the “They...
Introduction Some people might question the concept of meaningful living, while others dedicate years to finding what and why makes their lives worthy and valuable. For Socrates, the best one can do is examine one’s life, and this process of examination can be confusing but is extremely essential for effective...
Concept Definition Gender is a societal construct that is constantly changing. According to Unger (2020), gender is defined by society’s expectations, views, and representations regarding male and female roles. These have an impact on behaviors, job decisions, and personal opinions. The concept of gender has changed over time from a...
Introduction Over the past couple of decades, there has been marked progress in exploring digital technologies and the opportunities they provide. Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into various contexts for automation purposes has been one of the key trends in many industries in recent years (Hernandez-Boussard et al., 2013). However, the...
Introduction Being transgender requires ethical and moral knowledge not to hurt people’s feelings. In this regard, Jackson Bird dedicated his TED Talk to educating people about communicating with transgender people. The experience of transgender people is unique and requires an original approach to understanding and awareness. The information presented in...
Abstract The present report concentrates on intercultural communication (IC) and my efforts to advance my IC skills. In the modern globalized world, IC has become essential but is often prevented by such barriers as stereotyping, which occurs in different areas of life. To determine what hinders my IC mastery, I...
Introduction Social workers might encounter numerous ethical issues and moral dilemmas in their practice. In a situation with multiple choices, none of which is entirely positive and beneficial, social workers must be aware of the applicable federal and state laws and relevant elements of a code of ethics. Additionally, moral theories...
Introduction When working with children who struggle and need care, recognition, and encouragement, youth workers must ensure that their practice follows the primary principles of ethics. They must not only support the teenagers and help them better adapt but also ensure that their work follows these principles. According to researchers, ethics...
Introduction The ongoing Syrian war has been a significant source of gross violations of human rights. The war began in 2011 between the Syrian Arab Republic and several domestic and international forces (Akhmedov, 2022). The international community has condemned the multiple acts of human rights abuse and war crimes committed...
Introduction People’s decisions are influenced by ethics and morality, which also help to shape our values and views. For those looking to understand and develop their ethical conduct, ethical theories offer a framework for assessing the moral consequences of their thoughts and deeds. In this essay, we shall investigate my...
Introduction In analyzing William Julius Wilson’s examination of economic hardships among Black men in South Chicago, Max Weber’s conceptualizations of social classes and status groups offer a valuable framework. In his essay on class, status, and party, Weber distinguishes between social classes based on economic factors and status groups defined...
Commemorating Holocaust Victims Elie Wiesel’s speech is a powerful and moving address highlighting the dangers of apathy in the face of injustice. Wiesel commemorates those who perished in the Holocaust and brings their humanity to light by sharing his personal experience. His speech is appropriately structured and has an introduction,...
Media Analysis: “For Women by Women” by Eekwol & T-Rhyme In their song “For Women by Women,” Eekwol and T-Rhyme depict liberal feminism. This feminist theory is grounded in advocating for women’s freedom and emphasizes its importance. Proponents of the theory argue that freedom encompasses personal autonomy and freedom from...
Introduction The emotionally charged narrative in the film “Two Days, One Night” by the Dardenne brothers reveals the dynamics of interpersonal communication and how it comes to life. The film is set against the industrial backdrop of Seraing, Belgium, and revolves around the compelling story of the character Sandra, who...
Introduction Immigrants in the United States and worldwide are a group that is in a perpetually precarious position. On the one hand, it can be argued that the worldwide migrant waves are frequently a result of social and political upheaval that can be linked to the deeds of powerful nations...
Introduction Nowadays, the status of abortion is one of the most acute and controversial topics discussed by the public and experts in the United States. The problem of abortion is associated with numerous ethical and legal aspects, causing a lot of emotions and controversy among the population. Although some people...
A Brief Summary of the Readings “The Woman Who Created #MeToo Long Before Hashtags” Nowadays, a lot of minorities struggle despite the changes that have been made and the justice and equal opportunities being requested. The first article, by Sandra E. Garcia, which was published in The New York Times...
Conditions That Sparked the Civil Rights Movement The Civil Rights Movement arose due to racial discrimination and segregation of African Americans in the United States. In the 1960s, Black individuals were perceived poorly in society as they encountered racism, disenfranchisement, and unequal treatment in all aspects of life (Dierenfield, 2021)....
Introduction The beginning of a speech is an essential element that affects how much the audience is involved in what the speaker is saying and how they will perceive the information. Therefore, it is crucial for a successful speaker to interest the audience from the beginning. According to Simon Lancaster,...
Introduction The intricate dynamics of human perception and behavior have been subject to a vast amount of sociological analysis. One such crucial theory is the Thomas Theorem, which profoundly elucidates the role of people’s perceptions in shaping their reactions to situations (Williams & Schwarz, 2021). It is important to delve...
Introduction Effective communication is necessary in marriage as it strengthens the bond between a couple. However, in some instances, poor communication and interaction can negatively impact a marriage, leading to strained relationships. This paper delves into the interaction between John and Jane, focusing on their communication approach as they engage...
Introduction The article “Why We Get Nostalgic About Junk Food?” was written by E. B. Cadloff and was published in The Walrus in 2019 and updated in 2021. The article’s thesis is that the author examines why individuals develop a nostalgic attachment to junk food. According to Cadloff’s theory, people...
Introduction Groundhog Day is a classic comedy that has captured the hearts of audiences for decades. However, the film also provides a fascinating case study for applying sociological theory. The characters in the movie can be analyzed through the lens of symbolic interactionism, which examines how individuals construct and sustain...
Essay Summary Marie Myung-Ok Lee’s Eat Turkey, Become American describes the life of Korean immigrants living in the USA and embracing the American culture during Thanksgiving ceremonies. The family celebrated the Thanksgiving ceremony by eating a Butterball turkey, which they learned from a neighbor. Despite being of Korean origin, the...
Introduction As single-parent families become increasingly more common in society, often headed by a single mother, there is a need to examine the gender-related issues that they face. Single parents have to navigate a variety of issues, from financial concerns to raising children of a different gender than their own....
Comparing Black Lives Matter with Other Social Movements Black Lives Matter A significant civil rights movement, Black Lives Matter, seeks to end systemic racism and police abuse of African Americans. It was born in reaction to the murders of numerous unarmed black males, including Trayvon Martin, Eric Garner, and Michael...
Analysis of Ethos, Logos, and Pathos in the Speeches The speakers in “Slim hopes: Advertising & the obsession with thinness” and “Plus-size? More like my size” videos effectively use ethos, logos, and pathos to deliver the message and disclose their attitudes toward women’s weight and fashion. Ethos underlines credibility; logos...
Introduction Human life can be lonely and unpleasant if the individual lives it without uniting with anyone. Thomas Hobbes presented a substantial, elaborate theory of the social contract, which explained many of the principles of human interaction and association (Williams, n. d.). In addition, associations of people work for the...
Introduction A strange universe is where many unpredictable things can happen hypothetically and occur. One of these is the mysterious, supernatural, deadly Trolley that annihilates everything it touches and can destroy even entire worlds. Unfortunately, this mystical entity has come to my world, and its presence poses a danger to...
Introduction Randy Pausch’s “The Last Lecture” is a stirring and moving speech that has become one of the most famous speeches of the twenty-first century. In 2006, Pausch, a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He planned for this lecture, which he gave in...
An Introduction to Communication In the introductory story of Smith’s The Key to Survival, the main reason behind the misunderstanding of the case couple, Jason and Susan, was a lack of communication. According to a communicational axiom stated by Smith et al. (2021), communication is essential for people to understand...
Suicide Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention Suicide is a complex problem in today’s society, and a solution requires many steps to ensure a better quality of life. There are many reasons why people think about ending their lives, and the task of the state is to prevent such an outcome. Suicide...
Understanding Abortion: Definition and Context Abortion is the process of ending a pregnancy such that the fetus or embryo is removed from the uterus. Abortion is a personal, frequently challenging decision that is influenced by a wide range of elements, including social, economic, and medical considerations. There are various arguments...
Introduction It is important to note that the topic is concerned about the number of individuals expected to relocate into and leave the Jamaica neighborhood in Queens, New York City. The research question is as follows: How many individuals may expect to relocate into the area annually, and what percentage...
Introduction The scientific reading of human behavior and the social order is known as sociology. It is examined from one of three primary points of view: social conflict, structural functionalism, and symbolic interactionism. The structural functionalism viewpoint understands humanity as a multifarious system with interconnected pieces that work together to...
Introduction Recently, there has been a growing public outcry against animal testing. Over 115.2 million animals are used for research yearly, with only a small percentage surviving the experiments (Taylor & Alvarez, 2019). The common animals used for laboratory experiments include rats, hamsters, mice, frogs, rabbits, monkeys, cats, guinea pigs,...
Key Principles of the UNCRC and the ECA Code of Ethics Children are vulnerable to infringements of rights as they are yet to be emancipated and become members of society, with all the elements correlating with adulthood. For said vulnerability to be addressed, various acts and policies have been implemented...
Introduction Sexual orientation and gender identity are essential and inalienable concepts in modern realities. It is critical for you as a parent to understand how these two concepts can affect your child’s life and well-being in the future. Creating an inclusive and supportive environment is an essential aspect of parenting,...
