American Freedom and Human Rights

For centuries millions of Americans have been building democracy and fighting against devastating laws. Sometimes it feels like a will to be free became a part of their identity, and the residents cannot live without it. American spirit consists of a dream of innocence and freedom (Baym & Levine, 2012)....

Domestic Violence Intervention Programs

Domestic violence has been an issue under discussion for decades, with research conducted to identify suitable intervention programs. Intervention programs help stop domestic violence, thus preventing childhood abuse, saving relationships, and rehabilitating offenders. A Family Violence Intervention Program holds family offenders accountable for their actions and provides them with tools...

The Issue of Ethical Violations

Introduction The Tuskegee Study of Syphilis in the Negro Male carried out in 1932-72, is a medical study to record the natural history of syphilis cases amongst the Blacks in Tuskegee. When the research began, there was no proven medicine to treat and cure the disease. A total of 600...

Drug Addiction: The Brain Disease

Introduction “Drug addiction is a brain disease” is a phrase that implies that substances rewire the brain on a neurological level. Many scientists consider drug addiction similar to diseases that require direct medical intervention. There is supporting evidence for various perspectives, including the perception of addiction as a disease, a...

Racism as a Modern-Day Societal Challenge

Introduction Racism is a deeply rooted phenomenon and affects many people and communities globally. The issue has been manifested in society for centuries, causing memorable tragedies and alienation of marginalized communities. Despite progressive changes such as civilization, globalization, and gender equity in the modern world, issues regarding racism seem to...

Alcoholism: Medical & Philosophical Dimensions

Introduction Unethical approach to alcoholism has deterred hundreds of people from admitting the problem and giving up drinking liquor. The news article considered in this paper is devoted to the changes on the way to which modern medicine is ethical in its aspirations. As stated in the article, scientists are...

Aspects of Ethics of Duty and Justice

Primarily, according to the author, the most convincing, objective, and reliable criticism of male moral theorizing is the concept that focuses on the ethics of duty and justice. Thus, Baier (7) believes that men are more likely to make decisions based on the systems of fairness, honesty, and decency. Moreover,...

“The Dinner Party” by Jane F. Gerhard

The feminist movement, which originated in the 19th century, developed rapidly in the 20th century and became the subject of many literary works. The book The dinner party: Judy Chicago and the power of popular feminism, 1970-2007 by Gerhard (2013) shows the story behind one of the most famous feminist...

Migration in Europe Discussion

Europe has long been a center of attraction for migrants from all over the world. It is due both to the developed health care, education, and security system, as well as to the overall level of development of the countries of the European Union. Many migrants do not migrate for...

Black Lives Matter Versus All Lives Matter: The Importance of Each Party

Introduction Racial discrimination is a problem that exists in considerable parts of the world. Consequently, various campaigns and organizations have emerged to address racism, one of them being the BLM (Black Lives Matter) movement. BLM has obtained substantial attention after the death of George Floyd due to police brutality in...

Social Mobility: Army and Sport

Throughout my life, I tried to behave so that the achieved statuses could be argued only by my efforts. For me, this was fundamentally important since the field of ascribed statuses can be perceived differently by different people; the actions, in turn, are undeniable (Clark et al., 2020). However, we...

National Social Workers’ Association and Cultural Competence

A significant issue found in the videos and being raised by contemporary society is the lack of cultural intelligence among members of the community. Nowadays, everyone should understand the basic principles of cultural diversity and avoid forming their judgments based on stereotypes or personal preferences. In all areas of life,...

Torture in the Modern World as an Unethical Issue

People often face various moral challenges, such as whether controversial acts like torturing someone can be justified under certain circumstances. Torture is the intentional and deliberate infliction of physical pain and is internationally prohibited by the Geneva Convention Against Torture (Berenpas 44; Dershowitz 116). Nonetheless, many countries find ways to...

Random Drug Testing at the Workplace

The practice of testing employees for drugs in the workplace is not widespread. Instead, it is governed by various federal, state, and municipal government authorities, in addition to some industries. Those in safety-sensitive vocations are subjected to drug testing, and various sectors and government organizations have developed specialized testing techniques....

The Complementary Nature of Faith and Reason

Faith and reason are not entirely interrelated, as neither can be effectively derived from the other. With that said, I believe that the two complement each other; Aquinas believed that to grasp what one could of the divine, one had to develop their reasoning (“Saint Thomas Aquinas,” 2014). Reason without...

Drunks Driving Websites and Their Punishments

Introduction The website “Mothers Against Drunk Driving” takes a clear stance against drunk driving and the punishments that should be in place for those who are caught. This is because they believe drunk driving is preventable and that those who commit it should be held accountable. They list the various...

Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication in Various Cultures

The 8th and 9th chapters of the book Communication Between Cultures deal with the verbal and non-verbal communication types and their peculiarities. Both these channels of communication allow people to exchange information and transmit different messages. However, it is necessary to note that both languages and non-verbal signals that are...

Moral Implications of Eating Non-Human Animals

Pastoral farming used to be highly controversial in human society when there were no alternatives for the resources it provided. On the one hand, the species chosen for this activity would never achieve such numbers in the wild. Humanity provides these animals with shelter and food, protects them from their...

Economic and Social Factors of Opioid Deaths

Introduction Opioids are natural, synthetic, and semi-synthetic substances that interact with opioid receptors on nerve cells in the body and brain to diminish pain signals and sensations. This category of narcotics includes heroin, synthetic opioids like fentanyl, and prescription pain relievers like oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, morphine, and a variety of...

Gender as a Social Construct and Related Issues

The social construct of gender is a structure that is based on social expectations associated with gender. For example, girls are usually dressed in pink and play with dolls, and boys wear blue and play with cars and transformers. Girls are also expected to demonstrate emotionality and sociability, while boys...

Youth Programs: Youth Justice Program

Different youth issues are a frequent phenomenon in the modern world, which is why researchers and law representatives put much effort into creating various programs for youths. One such program is called Youth Justice Program (YJP), which aims to help youths suffering from Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) (Longstaffe et...

The Experience of Substance Abuse in Homeless Veterans

The problem of homelessness often affects the most vulnerable segments of society, one of them is veterans. This particular group also experiences significant issues concerning excessive alcohol consumption and drug addiction, which entail detrimental consequences for their health and ability to return to normal life. Several researchers have studied the...

Racial Inequality in Modern Society

The issue of racial inequality is an urgent problem for modern society. Despite the high level of progressiveness and the spread of awareness about the importance of inclusion and diversity, a large number of people are facing the consequences of slavery in the colonial period. Many researchers have studied the...

Aspects of Cocaine Addiction

Introduction Cocaine addiction raises and improves through the allocation of particular brain functions. The key systems which are put into action during the development of cocaine addiction are motivational and rewarding. The changes in the brain due to the affection for the drug result in vulnerability to relapse in addiction...

The Effect of Online Activism on the Social Engagement

The effect of online activism on the phenomenon of social engagement evokes several contrasting opinions, demonstrated by the works of Noland (2017) and Gladwell (2010), who highlighted the difference between weak social ties (bridging) and strong connections (bonding) formed as a result of online activism. While Gladwell (2010) suggests that...

Gentrification and Its Implications

Introduction Gentrification refers to a process where the character of a neighborhood is changed through the migration of more affluent businesses and people. The terminology is a controversial topic in planning and urban politics. Gentrification leads to people moving out of their homes because of the area’s socioeconomic status change....

Sociology: Influences and Contributions

After reading Daniele Fanelli’s article, “Positive” Results Increase Down the Hierarchy of the Sciences, it can be concluded that the hierarchy of sciences is a theory formulated by Comte in the 19th century. This theory asserts that science develops over time, beginning with the simplest and most general scientific discipline,...

How Stereotypes About Asian Americans Influence Their Lives

Stereotypes have always existed around racial minority groups’ representatives in the United States, influencing their roles in society, self-perception, access to recourses, and life choices. Asian Americans have first-hand experience dealing with biases to build successful careers and become equally valuable citizens as the white majority. Indeed, Canwen Xu mentioned...

Negative Effects of Guns in Campuses

Introduction It is important to note that although the Second Amendment is a critical part of the United States Constitution, it should not infringe or supersede the First Amendment or any other part of the law. Considering the fact that campuses are places where academic freedom and freedom of speech...

The Need for Acceptance Will Make You Invisible

Any speech sets its clear goals depending on the audience to which it will be addressed. Therefore, Jim Carrey’s speech entitled The Need for Acceptance Will Make You Invisible is most likely addressed to an older listener who is fully aware of his actions and makes critical decisions. However, it...

Neglection of Racial Minorities in the Governmental System

It might be possible to consider the research question Newman as to what extent racial minorities are neglected within the governmental system of New York and how the personal experiences of such groups shape their life. This study looked at the mid-life and later life experiences of Dominicans, Puerto Ricans,...

Post-Covid Adaptation Laboratory Experiment

Description of the Experiment The Covid-19 pandemic was a challenge for all, but especially for older adults who are at the most risk of complications or death with this disease. As the restrictions linked to the COVID-19 pandemic are lifted, the citizens return to their everyday lives and begin to...

Color-Blind Society and Racism

A color-blind society is a society where individuals are not treated differently based on their skin color. Instead, individuals would be seen as individuals without regard to race. This concept has been gaining traction recently as many researchers have become interested in combatting racism and promoting equality. Color-blind society ideology...

Why Marijuana Should Not Be Legalized

Introduction Target Audience: The paper is designed for adolescents and adults who are concerned with the issue of whether marijuana legalization is needed in the USA. Purpose: To persuade people that cannabis legalization brings more harmful than beneficial consequences. Curiosity kills a cat, and this statement is specifically true in...

Social Inequalities for People With Disabilities

Individuals with disabilities face many social problems – some are very visible, and others are hard to notice for people without disabilities. For example, having a disability can result in reduced chances of employment, poor health, lower education levels, and more (Shandra, 2018). In daily life, people with disabilities may...

Aspects of Black Lives Matter

Black Lives Matter (BLM) is a fragmented political organization that aims to raise awareness about racism, prejudice, and injustice that black people face. When the group’s followers join together, it is mainly to oppose police abuse and racially-based brutality against black people. Stopping police violence and advocating for fair treatment...

Feminism Across Decades: Analysis

The fight for women’s rights has been a long and arduous journey that is far from being over. Even though the change might seem subtle, comparing the range of opportunities and rights that modern women have to those that women used to possess several decades ago will show how tremendous...

What Is Consent and How Can It Be Manufactured?

This paper discusses the concept of consent using an example of an incident of calculated consent that happened in my life. Consent refers to an approval or agreement to a proposal of another person. Consent is important when communicating and setting of personal boundaries when interacting with other people (Bolinger,...

Poverty, Its Social Context, and Solutions

Introduction Poverty is a global challenge that requires individual, national, and international efforts. It is measured by the ratio of individuals living below $1.90 per day (World Bank, 2022). In addition to financial limitations, poverty prevents people from accessing quality healthcare, which may contribute to higher mortality rates. Social, economic,...

Social Work and Eugenics Article by Anastas

One of the most dehumanizing theories in the history of social sciences is eugenics. The story shared in the article Social work and eugenics by Anastas (2011), sheds new, disturbing light on the history of social workers in the U.S. Generally, social workers should act as agents of change, advocating...

An Interview Exploring Views on Sexual Minorities

Interview Summary In this interview, I have talked to my friend Lisa about some of her opinions regarding sexual minorities. I have known Lisa since we were both children and she is one of my closest friends. Nevertheless, I have noticed certain tendencies she demonstrates when our conversations somehow turn...

Politics, Money, and Free Expression

Summary of Issue and Why It Was Chosen What is private and what is not is an issue that is still taking place today. In 2011 the Supreme Court “decided that corporations and unions could contribute an unlimited amount of money to political campaigns” (Wilkins et al., 2019). This decision...

Puerto Rico: Declining Human Population

Lack of land resources and continuous population growth in Puerto Rico exacerbate the housing problem, as the question arises that there is virtually nowhere to build housing and the necessary infrastructure. The first possible solution to the housing issue involves the rational use of land resources, which can only be...

Right to Abortion and Related Ethical Issues

Introduction Should abortions be allowed in certain cases, such as when the mother’s life is at risk or when a pregnancy is the result of rape or incest, but not in other cases? The question of whether abortion is ethical in certain circumstances remains contentious in public, political, and religious...

Public Policies Related to Drug Addiction

Drug addiction has had a detrimental impact on the public health of the American community. These effects occur on the physical, social, mental, and economic spectrum, necessitating a targeted approach to minimizing its devastating impact. Drug addiction and substance abuse directly result in diseases and even death, reducing the number...

The Gender Concept and Its Impact on Health and Wellness

The concepts of gender and sexuality are critical phenomena, the dissemination of awareness about which is necessary for society. Understanding the differences between gender and gender is especially critical. Hence, gender is the biological characteristic of the men and women they are born with. Gender, in turn, is a psychosocial...

Mass Shootings: Global Firearm Ownership

The U.S. leads the globe in mass shootings that have been escalating fortnight. It is a paradox and a tad embarrassing that the country with the most effective policing and security systems cannot confront mass shootings. The Federal Bureau of Investigations FBI defines mass shootings as any incident that cause...

The Risk of Suicide: Discussion

Various psycho-social, clinical, demographic, and biological factors influence the risk of suicide. The likelihood of suicide or a suicide attempt is minimal for any particular person, despite several risk factors. The choice to end living is one that individuals come to in various ways, even though most people perceive the...

Black Lives Matter vs. All Lives Matter Movements

This editorial argues that the only people who would utilize the ‘all lives matter’ argument aid and propagate the white supremacy, reciting the origins and motivation of racist oppression and systemic inequality. Moreover, the work points out that the oppression of the poor does not seem to affect the more...

Psychopathology of Sexual Orientation

When it comes to sexual orientation and gender identity, there have been many disagreements and arguments throughout the existence of psychopathology. The topic of sexual orientation has long been debated from the perspective of socioenvironmental influence. Some debate that sexuality is the result of genetic impact, while others believe that...

Animal Shelter Euthanasia Reduction Strategies

Animals have been people’s companions and friends for thousands of years. In fact, pets are even considered to be a part of their family by most Westerners. Not surprisingly, some continue to maintain close relationships with their pets even after their death – according to Kleinfeldt, in the United States,...

Starting With Yourself as to Change the Whole World

Surprisingly, people’s relationships with each other are so important for all of humanity, and sometimes it seems that the world rests on this. It depends on a simple human word what impression will be formed about them. Also, the feelings of the person to whom the speech was addressed rely...

Ethics of Illegal Consumption of Medical Products

Opioid addiction is a relevant social problem that ruins the lives of thousands of people annually. Hence, pharmaceutical companies have a moral obligation to prevent the illegal consumption of harmful drugs. Rule utilitarianism supports this position since it is a theory of maximizing happiness (Dimmock & Fisher, 2017). Like all...

Interpersonal Deception Theory and Feministic Muted Group Theory

Most Favorite Theory I genuinely enjoyed learning about the feministic muted group theory, which implies that women could not express themselves fully in Western society. This inability to recognize their voices resulted in the lack of linguistic representation of females in the nation’s language (Griffin et al., 2019). It was...

Researching the Issue of Elder Abuse

Introduction Ensuring the conditions for a normal life for older people is the responsibility of various social institutions. This is because the problems that this population faces may relate not only to health but also to other factors, which, nevertheless, are serious barriers to physical and moral well-being. One of...

Therapy for Victims of Domestic Abuse

Victims of domestic abuse require immediate exposure to life-saving knowledge and psychological assistance to understand the judicial process, pursue retribution, and recover. Therefore, domestic abuse advocates are a valuable service in this regard. These trained activists support sufferers in obtaining the information and treatment they require to manage and progress...

Homeless Crisis Support Aspects

Background Homelessness exists in almost all countries, including democratic, economically developed states. According to Dobrovic et al. (2021), Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane are among the cities in Australia affected by homelessness, amounting to more than 100 000 people with no secure place to live or sleep a day. Poverty, alcoholism,...

The Rails to Trails Movement and Community Recreation

Introduction Rails to trails is a concept that promotes a green and healthy lifestyle, including the physical activity of the population using natural and municipal resources. Interestingly, the US railroad system, which reached its peak in 1916, constituted the nation’s major trade routes that moved goods, fossil fuels, and passengers...

Aboriginal Youth’s Risks and Resilience

There is no arguing the fact that the socialization of people belonging to minorities occurs differently than that of their more privileged peers. It is also true for Aboriginal youth, as discussed in the paper Aboriginal Youth: Risk and Resilience by Paula Du Hamel (2003). The author believes that the...

Aspects of Active Listening Skills

Introduction Effective active listening involves encompasses involving diverse techniques that facilitate proper perception of the patient. I observed a conversation between a nurse and a patient and the active listening technique of nonverbal cues used mainly by the nurse. The nurse would nod to show understanding of the patients’ opinions....

The War on Drugs in the United States

The United States government’s combat with substance abuse is called the “War on drugs,” addressing the campaign initiated by President Nixon and supporting the modern attempts to control the use. Drugs disapproved by diverse societies enable the administrations to offer strategies to influence the situation and eliminate abuse via addiction...

The Role of Social Workers in Addressing Teenage Obesity

Introduction Obesity is one of the central issues in the United States, affecting all human developmental phases. Every social worker can face obesity as a direct or indirect cause of various societal problems. Some people struggle with job employment, discrimination, or mental health disorders, and social work professionals can better...

Youths and the Welfare Provision Services

What Youths Involved in Welfare System Say About It In Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba, youths involved in the welfare provision services have common interests and issues that affect them. The youths, therefore, agree on the following matters to binding them together: Firstly, the youths agree that the welfare systems assist...

Culture War and Gun Violence in the United States

Introduction It is important to note that culture wars are major social events, which, in some cases, are centered around social justice issues. These events had a strong impact on the development of American society, and they are still continuously shaping its modern state by raising issues on a wide...

History, Oppression and Human Rights Violation in India

India has a caste social structure that divides them into Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and the Shudras. The caste system is derived from Manusmriti, the most regarded and esteemed book in Indian law and Hinduism. The Brahmins are the highest regarded social class, including preachers and teachers, followed by Kshatriyas of...

Absurd, the Real, and the Supernatural

Although most people believe in the supernatural, they struggle with the absurdity of life every day. For example, the life considered real by many could be a dream, while that lived in dreams could be the real one. Absurdism is a conflict that arises when humans try to seek order...

The Discussion of Power: “Come September”

The article Come September by Arundhati Roy presents a perception of power as a tool to control an American way of life. It provides a number of examples of how the power was used to ruin the lives of peaceful citizens during armed conflicts, coups, and interventions initiated and supported...

Reading Diary: The Skills of Helping Individuals

The main theme of the reading in this chapter was that the social worker’s place is between their clients and systems that play an important role for people. To be effective, the worker’s role is a kind of intermediary in which they represent the interaction between their clients and systems...

“Black College Men’s Sources…” by Goodwill et al.

The two research questions guide the researcher to understand the challenges faced by Black college men and how they are solved. From the criticism, building the study from prior research was critical since it helped the researcher understand the age range of the participants and the appropriateness of the questions...

The Similarity in Reasons to Start and End a Romantic Relationship

While it may seem that the reasons behind starting and ending a relationship belong to different categories, in some cases, they turn out to be the same. The answer to this similarity phenomenon is determining in what circumstances it occurs more often. According to Umemura et al. (2017), people’s motives...

East Village Animal Hospital’s Humanitarian Alliance Program

The findings from surveys and focus groups have made it apparent that with the high rise in the cost of living it’s clear that the reduction of the cost in adoption of pets best suits individuals, especially the low-income persons, and with the rise in the number of domesticated pets,...

Poverty in the US: “Down and Out in Paris and London” by Orwell

Introduction The essay compares the era of George Orwell United States today based on “Down and Out in Paris and London” in terms of poverty. Poverty in Orwell’s day and now shares many similarities, such as a significant class split between rich and poor, persons being treated inhumanely only because...

Discussion of Social Contract Theories

The Ethical Basis for the Relation of Individuals to Their Government The ethical basis for the relationship between citizens and the government is that the latter sets laws and regulations that protect individuals’ rights and freedom. Conversely, the citizens are mandated to shelf their interests and obey the obey government...

How to Disagree Productively and Find Common Ground

Introduction This writing aims to explore and present the main points and arguments made in a live talk. The writing will start by identifying the topic of discussion in the live talk and discussing several aspects of the live talk. The TED speaker’s topic is ‘How to Disagree Productively and...

The Morality of Migration Reading by Benhabib

In the modern world, the morality and legality of migration are becoming global problems affecting the level of employment, the overall economy and the national security of any country. When the Department of Homeland Security announced a decree to stop the deportation of undocumented young immigrants, this statement was met...

Slavery as a Human Rights Issue

In today’s society, people seldom remember the phenomenon of slavery. However, numerous studies has shown that the issue is relevant and requires scholarly reflection. Modern slavery tends to be felt with impunity in the least developed countries, whose governments cannot eliminate the problem on their own. Unfortunately, even in developed...

School Dress and Grooming Codes as Agents of Racial Discrimination

The thesis of this author was school dress and grooming codes as agents of racial discrimination against Blacks. The article dwells on the issue of racism that affects Black people in the white setups of educational sectors. Despite the ban of slavery in 1865, the Black people in the English,...

Aspects of Substance Abuse Group Counselling

Introduction Substance abuse is known to be the harmful use of substances that are psychoactive including illicit drugs and alcohol. The individuals who are under illicit drugs do experience negative health consequences. The substance abuse counseling group to be formed will act as a combination of both support and treatment...

Suicide Rates and Causes in Raccoon City

One of the most acute problems of modern times is many suicides among people of all ages. This program estimates the number of suicides in Raccoon City. People of different races and ages, as well as other genders and marital statuses, live in this location. According to the program evaluation...

Opioid Addiction Struggles and Coping Methods

The present case discussion focuses on Xavier’s struggles with opioid addiction, coping methods, and possible interventions to improve his adaptation. The client is a divorced thirty-two-year-old part-time landscaper exhibiting various biological, psychological, and social features worth consideration during the intervention. The following is a summary of his biopsychosocial features as...

Reasons of Heroin Epidemic in United States

The heroin epidemic in the United States is a considerable problem for the medical sphere, criminal justice, and population in general. Every year the number of people taking drugs, recovering in correctional facilities, and dying from overdose increases. Substances have become more spread and are perceived as a way to...

Response to Carr’s “Is Google Making Us Stupid?”

The idea of advanced technology simplifying the process of interacting with information as something to be aware of has been around for centuries, creating a divide within communities. Thus, the pushback that innovative digital technology received at the time of its conception and introduction into the market was to be...

Is It Possible to Reduce Poverty in the United States?

Today, the United States remains one of the leading and richest countries in a world full of possibilities and resources. Many nations find it beneficial to establish friendly relationships with America, and most populations admire the American lifestyle. At the same time, it is hard to admit that despite a...

The Ministry of Children and Family Development Document

The Ministry of Children and Family Development document is relevant because it highlights and advocates for matters related to health care, school, recreational activities, and family relationships. The article also provides some valuable information regarding the issue of advocacy which may be needed in particular circumstances that entail collaborative planning...

Immigration Policies in the United States

I chose this issue because it is interesting as it provides diverse analysis possibilities as immigration in the United States is widely debated with potent controversies. For example, observing and exploring immigration policies allows us to identify their efficiency. Comparing expenses on implementing and maintaining those policies by the government...

Fast Fashion Industries: Threats to Society

Fast fashion, a term that refers to low-cost apparel created quickly by mass-market merchants in reaction to the newest trends, is currently at its apex. The increased operation is due to the rise of social media marketing, the rapid trend cycle, and consumers’ need for lower-cost items, among other factors....

Fraudulent Online Dating as an Ethical Problem

Online dating is a popular option for finding loving couples that are used by many youngsters worldwide. One of the most popular dating applications is called Tinder. It has more than 75 million users every month. Although Tinder gives a variety of opportunities for dating, some people may start searching...

Black Revolution: Fundamentals and the Role of Women

There have been many different events that changed the course of the history of the United States, among which is the Black Revolution. Moreover, it had important consequences traceable from the past to modern times. During the Black Revolution, the rights of African Americans and their attitude towards them were...

How the State of Nature Relates to the Social Contrast

Introduction The natural freedom of human beings in the original state of nature is different from the freedom made possible by the social contract of the general will. Two concepts are discussed in John Jacque Rousseau’s famous political writings: Second Discourse and On Social Contract. The first concept of freedom...

Impact of Wartime and Postwar Times

Despite common definitions of war and its overall outcomes, today, people are more involved in introducing new political or religious reasons and ideals to support the decision to go to war. Citizens cannot neglect their direct duties and obligations when the government declares wartime. According to Barceló (2021), wartime and...

Political Leaning and Population Changes in Texas

In recent decades, the population of Texas has undergone drastic changes, with more and more people coming to reside in the state. In 2020 alone, the population of Texas has risen by more than 1%, even when accounting for people dying or moving out (“Texas’ population ranked number one in...

Asian and Latin Americans’ Experience of Racism

Asian Americans and Latin Americans have certain similarities in their experience with racism. Both groups face discrimination based on their looks, cultures, and social background. People of Asian and Latin origin often get asked where they were born. This question makes them feel like a foreigner, even though many of...

Learning and Development as Socio-Cultural Processes

When it comes to the consideration of learning theories, professionals should take into account socio-cultural perspectives and the importance of culture, interaction and cooperation for quality learning. According to Polly et al. (2017), modern theories of social learning are based on the work of a Soviet psychologist Lev Vygotsky, who...

The Issue of High School Bullying

Introduction Bullying has increased in modern society, especially among high school students. Most high school students are in their teens; thus, they are more exposed to the vices happening in society and are more vulnerable to the various forms of bullying. High school bullying happens in different forms, depending on...

Gender Inequality Among Women in Canada

Introduction Historically, gender disparities have always been at the root of social and economic inequity, with women facing significant disadvantages. Even with recent advancements in legal equality, such as the provision of protection for women in the Constitution Act of 1982 and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the informal...

Women’s Reasons for Seeking Abortions

Introduction The recent overturning of the Roe v. Wade decision has caused an end to the right to abortion in the U.S. It gives rise to discussions of whether individual pregnancy termination decisions are made for serious reasons or just as a consequence of careless attitudes to contraception. This cause-effect...

Civil Disobedience: King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail”

Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the prominent activists struggling for human rights and liberties. His speeches are a perfect example of how words and powerful arguments can be used to protect a particular idea or attract attention to cases of injustice or unfair attitudes. Thus, his Letter from...

The Advantages and the Dangers of Abortion

Introduction Abortion is the cessation of pregnancy at all its stages. There are many positives and negatives to this procedure, which is why there is a debate about permission to perform terminations. Abortions are distinguished between spontaneous (before the twenty-second week) and induced abortions (at the request of the woman)....

The Issue of Rising Levels of Opioid Addiction in the Military

Introduction The opioid epidemic has taken away several lives in the last two decades. The use of prescription opioid for chronic and acute pain management has contributed to the crisis by making the drugs readily available to the masses. Opioid use has negative consequences to its users and communities, including...

Lawrence City’s Community Assessment

Introduction Lawrence city is an urban community in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States of America. The group is boundary-less since membership solely depends on citizenship. Hispanics constitute the most significant population by race, with 66,079 persons, forming about 82.6% (Lawrence, Massachusetts, 2022). On the other hand, Whites comprise the second...

Women’s Rights in the United Arab Emirates

Introduction Gender equality is realizing and enabling the knowledge that women have an equal right to education, voting, and holding political seats, labor, and many other areas. The United Arab Emirates is among the leading nations in gender equality in the Middle East region. The accomplishment comes from the fundamental...

Substance Abuse in Population and How to Address It

Introduction Substance abuse is one of the issues in the population that affect not only the people who conduct the abuse but those around them as well. Addressing this problem can often be difficult, as many individuals who are addicted to substances do not tend to seek help. Instead, usually,...

The Public Speech “I Have a Dream” by Dr. Martin Luther King

Instilling change in people can be challenging, and it requires an effective communication approach to convince the group about the given topic. Public persuasive speech is the most efficient approach that visionary leaders and other individuals apply to sell their opinion and reasons why they feel it is appropriate for...

The Consequences of High School Bullying

Armitage, Richard. “Bullying in Children: Impact on Child Health.” BMJ Pediatrics Open, vol. 5.1 e000939, 2021. doi:10.1136/bmjpo-2020-000939. Armitage distinguishes three large groups of consequences of bullying, including in the field of education, health, and adulthood. Armitage notes the appearance of the child as one of the main causes of bullying....

Social Development: The Institutional Perspective

The deep social crisis that has gripped the world demonstrates the crucial role of the quality of the institutional environment in confronting and overcoming the recurrence of anti-social phenomena. Under these conditions, the thesis of institutional transformations as the core of social development is essential (Midgley, 1999). Recognition of the...

Opioids in Medicine and Personal Use

Introduction Opioids in medicine and personal use are the subjects of public controversy. Moreover, disputes concerning it have both historical and political specifics due to its ambiguity. On the other hand, opioids, as pain relievers, are more accepted in society since the current absence of alternatives explains their use. However,...

Liberalist, Feminist, and Anti-Racist Movements

Introduction Indigenous activists have long been on the front lines of global issues, whether defending human rights or maintaining the sanctity of many ethnicities. The effects of colonialism have put Indigenous peoples on the back burner regarding representation and accessibility. Some governments fight and oppress them due to their lack...

When the People You Love Do Not Think Like You

A considerable number of people tend to avoid debating as they frequently see it as a disrespectful confrontation of people with opposite opinions who aim to persuade others at any cost. At the same time, while it is possible to avoid an argument with unfamiliar people, family members, and friends...

Men’s Participation in the Feminist Movement

The feminist movement in modern society is gaining more and more popularity every day. In this regard, debatable questions arise, the consideration of which is necessary for understanding the concepts and concepts of movement. One of these issues is the controversial topic of whether men should defend women’s rights in...

The Influence of the African American Civil Rights Movement on Other Groups

Introduction The concept of human rights and freedoms came to America with the revolutionary movements of the mid-nineteenth century. The civil rights movement is a term that refers to a series of political groups and movements that advocate the equality of citizens before the law. The peak of activity of...

Haraway’s Cyborg Manifesto About Women

Donna Haraway is one of the most prominent scholars of feminist and posthumanist theories. Her work focuses on how society imposes boundaries on the concept of humans due to the separation between humans and animals and humans and machines. Therefore, she develops a concept of a cyborg as a metaphor...

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Sibling Violence

Literature Review The problem of domestic abuse has been extensively studied by researchers worldwide, and one of the main forms of the phenomenon is sibling violence. There are many definitions for the notion of sibling violence, yet, generally, it can be referred to as an intention to inflict harm on...

Patriarchal Culture and Attitudes

Patriarchy is a type of social system in which power and social privileges belong to men. Women in patriarchy occupy a subordinate position, with social institutions being the instruments of control. For example, in many religions, women are forbidden to go to temples during menstruation. In the family, women are...

Non-Verbal Communication in Portraying Emotions

While verbal interactions are universally accepted as the main means of communication, at the same time, people communicate not only with the help of words – they constantly broadcast information through a channel called “non-verbal.” Verbal and nonverbal channels of information transmission are closely related and interdependent, and the relationship...

Prejudice and Discrimination Against Muslim Americans

Introduction Muslims in the United States believe that their fellow citizens do not view Islam as an integral part of mainstream American culture and that there is significant persecution against their religious community. At the same time, Muslim Americans indicate a continuous strain of optimism and good attitudes. They overwhelmingly...

Aspects of the Harm of Smoking

Introduction Pathological states of consciousness caused by drugs have been known for a long time. Everyone has heard about the possible consequences of using these drugs: the hellish dependence on heroin, the risk of overdose, the dangers of driving drunk, the mental degradation of a person who has been using...

The Crazy Movement’s Importance for Society

Introduction Mental problems at the present stage of society are discussed with greater openness than in the past decades. One of the driving forces for the development of this factor was the Crazy movement or Mad Pride. This initiative contributed to the development of awareness that people, regardless of their...

Racism: How Bigotry and Hate Runs Through History

After colonizing the Americas, the race became institutionalized in North American English Colonies once the colonizers realized they were superior to the Natives. As argued by Bulhan (2015), the Europeans, on realizing the new opportunities available in North America, discovered the only way to exploit the Natives was through cultural...

Social Contract Theories of Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau

Introduction The social contract theory requires individuals in society to reside together in harmony, following a consensus that creates ministerial and principled obligations of conduct. Over the years, several philosophers like Socrates have attempted to describe the perfect social contract and assess the evolution of existing social theories (Kanatli, 2021)....

Discussion of Youth Services Provide Care

How Youths End Up in Care In Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba, youth services provide care to youths between 18-29 years old and under the care of directors. The following conditions must be satisfied for youth to end up in such care provision units in these three provinces. Firstly, the youths...

Racism in Modern American Society

Introduction Color blindness is an issue that faces prominent controversies to promote unity. Racism causes marginalization based on categorizing ethnic groups either as superior or inferior (Alhumam 160). Over the decades, African Americans encountered discrimination based on color distinction against the whites. Discrimination highly affects the interaction among individuals due...

Zero Discrimination for People Who Use Drugs

According to experts, every year, about 30 million people stay in prison or closed correctional facilities, and one in five of them are imprisoned for drug-related crimes. UNAIDS estimates that people in prison are five times more likely to become infected with HIV. The World Health Organization (WHO) claims the...

Human Rights from a Historical Perspective

Introduction David Little believes that human rights are directly related to freedom of conscience and religion. He is also convinced that the existence of human rights is what has contributed to autocratic regimes, the arbitrary use of force, and wars. The rejection of this concept is what leads to the...

Ethics and Social Responsibilities

Ethics and social responsibilities are two concepts that have specific definitions, yet each person approaches them differently. For example, cheating is not ethical or socially responsible by definition, yet certain circumstances can create an environment in which cheating is not perceived as something wrong. This implies a more considerable distance...

Social Marketing Campaigns for Minorities

The Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), Data to Care, Implementation, and Evaluation (PrIDE) project was conducted to increase PrEP awareness of racial/ethnic, sexual, and gender minorities through social marketing in 12 jurisdictions (Marshall et al., 2022). While the resulting data confirmed enhanced PrEP awareness among the minorities, social marketing strategies were also...

How to Become a Unique Human Being

The question of how to become a unique human being is quite difficult to answer due to the fact that people are individualized. Every human being is unique in physical traits, experiences, memories, and tastes. In other words, every human being has a unique identity. Psychologically, identity refers to the...

Hawthorne’s Views on Utopian Societies

Introduction The Blithedale Romance novel dramatizes the conflicts between the private desires of romantic rivalries and the commune’s ideas. Hawthorne’s book discloses the modern settings of communities and the challenges American societies face in viewing everyone as an equal. Set on the Blithedale farm, the American fictional writer incorporates his...

Diversity at the Workplace: Ethical Dilemma

Introduction A colleague was discriminated against at the workplace by another, and reported the issue, insisting they would like their privacy respected. The ethical dilemma involves respecting the privacy of the said victim and letting the culprit walk free, or handling the racism incident to discourage future events from occurring....

The Creation of a Community in a Dangerous World

Introduction A person who wants to survive in the natural environment in an autonomous existence should be purposeful and guided by intention and strategy. The human being needs to have the qualities of a leader. Independent, but at the same time helping others, is bound to gain the trust of...

The Homelessness Problem in California

What concerns a specific issue, it is possible to define the problem of high homelessness rates in the United States of America, particularly, in the state of California. Different causes can contribute to the alarmingly high incidence of homelessness, including challenges in treating individuals with mental disorders and substance abuse....

Control Over Armed Weapons: Gun Violence

The guns were initially created for warfare reasons, to attack the enemy when wars and clashes were more frequent. In today’s world, guns are mainly used to maintain peace and protect civilians from crime inside the country. However, guns are still taking a shocking number of lives even in countries...

Sitcoms and People with Disabilities

Schultz’s arguments about legality seem reasonable and sufficiently explained to me as for a person who has never seen the show. The author successfully emphasizes the progressive and positive aspects of the sitcom without downplaying the importance of the main character’s image in representing people with disabilities. At the same...

Sexual Division of Labor: “Encanto” Meeting Hartsock’s Theory

Having charmed millions of people worldwide, “Encanto” has become the Disney hit that has allowed for a strong emotional connection with all of its characters. However, the film also represents a curious character study from a sociological standpoint, namely, due to its being grounded in the history and social paradigms...

Does Cancel Culture Supress Offence or Diversity?

Introduction Freedom of speech is the basis of any sound democracy. The relevance of this freedom is nowhere more apparent than on social media sites, where the thoughts of multitudes are filtered and represented. Nonetheless, the significance of the platform and its impact on society is undeniable. The way of...

Unfortunate Circumstance of Ineffective Communication

Effective communication is an integral part of a successful relationship, especially between healthcare providers and their patients. Being able to communicate effectively is an art that has an array of benefits, the most important one is to deliver patient centered and quality care. This paper aims at reflecting an unfortunate...

Sexual Abuse Research: Psychotherapeutic Needs of Males

Sexual abuse is a difficult topic to navigate and is not widely understood. Numerous efforts are currently being made to combat sexual violence in the broadest sense. This includes policy development efforts to address root causes; strengthening international and national criminal codes relating to sexual violence; processes for investigating, prosecuting...

Alcohol Use Amongst Hispanic College Apprentices

Introduction The journal on alcohol utilization among Hispanic college learners hypotheses that the tendency of alcohol usage among institution scholars have remained to differ by civilization and relates to assimilation among Hispanics. Reliable studies demonstrate that men binge drink more often and in superior quantities than females. The research objectives...

White Only Signs in School Dress and Grooming Codes

Introduction Racial discrimination is widely discussed as society progresses from segregative tendencies of the previous century to diversity and equality valued today. Consequently, the events where the regulations negatively affect minority groups’ representatives receive much attention. The article “School Dress and Grooming Codes Are the New ‘White Only’ Signs,” written...

Psychoactive Substances Using Discussion

Psychoactive substances or psychotropics are substances that directly affect the brain, including changes in feelings, behavior, cognition, mood, or motor functions. Many of these substances are illegal in most countries, but there is a big part of them that people can buy in regular stores. However, things like cigarettes which...

Ethical Issues of the Southern Baptist Convention Church

The CNN article published on 23rd May 2022 addresses the ethical issues surrounding leaders of the Southern Baptist Convention church who are facing allegations of having mishandled sexual abuse reports. The leaders are said to have intimidated the victims and those who advocated for them and resisted reform suggestions over...

Socialization Outside the Work Environment

Abstract COVID-19 is on the verge of becoming endemic, creating havoc in the workplace. This anthropological study aims to collect data on employees’ informal social interactions outside of work hours to influence government legislation. The fundamental goal of this research is to ascertain the demographic makeup of the individuals, their...

Gender Equality Cannot Be a Universal Concept

Introduction Gender is a social construction that characterizes humans according to categories, primarily boys and girls or men and women. Adolfsson and Madsen (2019, 56) describe gender as a fluid concept that changes depending on culture, ideologies, norms, and social grounds. Further, the organization stresses that the construction encompasses behaviors,...

Social Inequality Depicted in Art Works

Understanding social inequality is important since it is the root of major social problems such as unemployment, substance abuse, and criminality. Social inequality in the U.S. has marginalized some communities, especially black Americans and people of color, leading to a wide range of health and social problems. Regions and communities...

Emergency Management Importance

Overview Emergency management allows organizations and rescuer teams to respond, prevent and minimize the consequences of disasters. It is essential to understand the concepts of emergency management, a theoretical approach for the formation of the correct behavior strategy in the event of threats. The history of emergency management is vital...

Women of Color in Leadership: Obstacles

Gender, ethnicity, and religion are not distinctions of equality, which means everyone has the same rights, obligations, and freedoms. Therefore, women, men, transgender people, and individuals from all walks of life are impacted by inequality due to their race, ethnicity, and even religion. There has never been an equal playing...

Addressing the Homelessness Crisis in California

Housing costs have become a primary concern for California’s future. According to many residents, homelessness and rising housing expenses are two of California’s most pressing issues. This is unsurprising given that California has the nation’s second-highest homelessness rate and ranks at the top in cost-burdened households, second among homeowners, and...

Racial Inequality Under the Law in Canada

Racial discrimination is the practice of dividing individuals or groups of individuals on the basis of race in daily life. Black people have frequently been discriminated against, prohibited from, or refused access to resources and amenities, including accommodation, transportation, migration, universal healthcare, and business operations throughout Canada’s history. Black people...

Immigration in Canada and the US

The US and Canada remain the most significant, most attractive points of immigration for many, but the two countries handle immigration differently. Currently, it is easier to immigrate to Canada as the country has several pre-set pathways for new arrivals and a well-functioning online immigration application system (Chand & Tung,...