Balancing Work and Family Life

There has been a shift in the usual gender roles; a man or a woman is not only a biological being but also a sample of particular features. The search for social harmony, acceptance of one’s strengths and weaknesses are acute global problems. Nowadays, people’s problems are caused by imposed...

The Role of Public and Private Places in People’s Lives

The intersection of public and private lives represented through public and private places where people are situated implies subjectivity in judging and attitudes. Indeed, since the line between the private and the public is so vague and not clearly distinctive, it is a manipulative area where assumptions and bias take...

Double Standard in Sexual Relationships

For the past century, American society has significantly advanced in the issues of racial and gender equality. The feminist and political movements have had a profound impact on how society perceives various social constructs. Nevertheless, there is still a large amount of prejudice concerning the gender gap and sexual orientations....

Gender Messages From Social Institutions: Family, School, and Mass Media

The phenomenon of gender socialization is closely connected to the everyday lives of numerous populations throughout the world. Developing an understanding of gender norms and expected behaviors is crucial for the growth of maturing individuals, which might prompt both positive and negative outcomes. As the primary agents of gender socialization,...

Chomsky’s “Media Control” Rhetorical Analysis

In the Media Control: The Spectacular Achievements of Propaganda article, the author Noam Chomsky begins by analyzing two models of democracy. One of the models is in which the public is governed and another in which the public is actively involved. Further, the theme of democracy and other political systems...

The Impact of Motivational Interviewing

Individuals prone to or suffering from substance abuse, smoking, eating disorders, gambling, etc., are less likely to have the motivation and desire to change. As a humanistic psychological practice, motivational interviewing has been treating addictions, disorders, and mental health issues. Motivational interviewing (MI) is an approach that “encourages people to...

How Police Supervisory Styles Influence Patrol Officer Behavior

The field supervisor, also identified as the patrol sergeant, directly oversees officers’ conduct, performance, appearance, and tactical operations assigned under their command. The management style of police officers’ field supervisors determines, to some extent, their performance when handling an ongoing issue or community problem. In his report, Robin Engel investigates...

Structuration Theory of Anthony Giddens

According to Anthony Giddens, an individual’s structuration is based on their social habits, tied to how society expects them to conduct themselves. However, a person has the freedom to act as per their conscious mind, despite the situation. Someone who is dedicated to observing a society’s culture will consciously consider...

Socialization and Decision to Pursue Higher Education

Socialization is a term used by a broad range of scholars to denote the lifelong process of receiving norms, customs, and ideologies from one’s heritage and disseminating them. A socialized individual possesses the skills and habits necessary for participating within their society. Thus, socialization is the tool that allows for...

Ethical Issues in Animal Cloning: Acceptable Risk?

Introduction Presently, ethics has saturated rational components of, notably influencing most human behaviors. Several actions executed by individuals reflect their ethical attitudes as regards to the section of society affected by such actions. Furthermore, inquiries regularly emerge concerning an executed act whether it was morally correct or ethically erroneous. Notably,...

Males and Females Learn: Similarities and Differences

Similarities in the Way Males and Females Learn A new wave of feminism has reintroduced the subject of gender equality in education. Supporters of inclusive academic environments, where all genders are welcome, argue that there are no distinct differences in the male and female thinking processes, which is proved by...

Disney Princesses: How Movies Impact Gender Roles

Introduction One of the main reasons why Disney movies can be picked as one of the examples of ever-changing gender roles and the breadth of societal influence in their approach to depicting women or female characters. The ability to mirror cultural perspectives of the given era is an instrument that...

Child Welfare in Canada and a Policy Position

Introduction The issue of child welfare is quite complicated especially when it is placed within the context of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of a Child. Canada is one of the countries in the world in which a large number of cases of inequality in terms of child...

What Impact Has Feminism Had in the Study of Women and Crime?

Feminist movements initiated from the beginning of 1960s had a significant impact on the society. Women’s rights were attempted to be equated to men’s both socially and constitutionally through protests, officially vested demonstrations, and adopted legal documents that formalize gender equity. However, apart from the social impact in real life...

Working for Social Justice

When reading a text, one should focus on the exact moral lessons and knowledge that the author intends to impart into the reader’s mind. Instances of social inequality are common in the current century. In addition, social justice leads to harmony, peace, and tranquility, apart from fostering economic development in...

Socialist Feminist Theories, Solutions and Changes

Regarding the important issues in feminism, it is necessary to refer to the term socialist feminism, to examine the issues of the dualistic typification, beauty ideals, and the beauty industry in the context of feminism. It is also important to suggest some solutions and criteria stabilize newly appeared tense situations...

Dependency and Structuralism vs Liberal and Neoliberal

Introduction The dependency theory belongs to radical school of thoughts in international relations meaning departing from conventional acceptable approaches. It is referred to as structural because it analyzes the structure of society, economic structure. The theory assumes that the society is economically determined. The type of economy, its organization and...

Gender Roles in “The Simpsons”

It is an undeniable fact that TV shows profoundly influence the social and cognitive development of children. In this text, I demonstrate how a show can affect the operational learning and self-socialization of children, using the example of “The Simpsons.” The work proves that, while young male spectators are offered...

The Case for Animal Rights

Introduction Animal rights belong to one of the most controversial issues discussed in modern society. Many philosophers, researchers, and scientists have explored the question of whether it is morally acceptable for people to use animals for their purposes. Tom Regan who was a US philosopher also contributed to the discussion...

Ethical Issues of HeLa Cells

Introduction HeLa cells are an essential tool for various biomedical researches, which have significantly contributed to the development of science. The history of them has multiple ethical issues to discuss. Henrietta Lacks, the African-American woman, who had vaginal bleeding, was treated in a segregated section of Johns Hopkins Hospital, the...

Foundations of Leadership in the Army

People need leaders to communicate the goals and vision for errands and to help them achieve goals. One example of this is informal leadership, where individuals follow a person whom they consider credible or knowledgable. Picture 1 is the graphic organizer of this essay, which will focus on the foundations...

Moral and Political Phylosophy

Many prominent philosophers determined concepts about moral and political issues in terms of their unique philosophical doctrines. Aristotle’s theory of virtue ethics According to Aristotle, humans, unlike animals can reason. Hence, reasoning together with pleasure can bring happiness. And by Aristotle “happiness is naturally our highest objective”, meaning “our highest...

Legalizing Euthanasia: Pros and Cons

Introduction Many consider the preservation of life to be the higher purpose of humanity’s existence. Thousands of doctors graduating each year take an oath to use their considerable skills to assist those in pain and prolong their existence by all means possible. However, the question of survival becomes more complicated...

Hunting and Gathering Versus Agricultural Society

The hunting and gathering society is considered the most equitable of all seven types, while the agricultural community gives rise to the development of civilization. The societies vary in their structure: the former exists in small nomadic groups to search for food supply, and the latter forms larger groups characterized...

The Search for Order, 1877-1920 by Robert H. Wiebe

Several decades between the Reconstruction period and the end of World War I represent a significant time for America. It was characterized by a critical change in all aspects of the economic, political, and social life, as well as the reconsideration of the human worldview. Robert H. Wiebe’s contribution to...

Violinist Analogy in Thomson’s “A Defense of Abortion”

Introduction The practice of abortions is one of the most debatable issues on the social agenda. Even though this discussion has been one of the earliest in the feministic narrative, the public opinion on it stays ambiguous. According to the Pew Research Center studies, during the last 25 years, about...

A New Cultural Order: New Americans Stir Old Fears

Immigration is a major issue facing developed countries such as the United States. It is the act of moving people who are not natives or do not possess necessary documentation to settle as permanent residents to a destination country. This paper aims to discuss the perspectives which Native Americans had...

The Disparities in the Legal System about Women

Women account for one of the groups most affected by the disparities in the legal system. Therefore, this sphere has been an area of intense interest for feminist researchers and activists. Subsequently, various standpoints are expressed through different means of communication, calling for an equal approach to justice for both...

Cruel Optimism: Karl Marx’s Ideas and the American Dream

Optimism plays an essential role in the overall approaches to interpreting the world around people. The piece explores the concept of cruel optimism in regard to Karl Marx’s ideas and the American Dream. Delusional belief and thinking are the root causes of these underlying issues, which can harm both the...

Illegal Immigration Issues: Threat to the Country

Introduction Illegal immigrants denote the people who unlawfully cross-national boundaries into host nations in a way that infringes immigration laws or individuals who remain in a given country beyond limitations of permitted entry. Whether legal or illegal, immigration is normally a rising move from a lower to a higher living...

Analysis of “This Is Water” by David Foster Wallace

The speech “This Is Water” provided in the paper is an address to the students of Kenyon College made in 2005. In it, David Foster Wallace reviews some particularities of people’s minds and their unconscious attitude to the events and circumstances around them. The author uses the young fish asking...

Drug Testing Problem Reflection

Drug testing is a controversial topic as it has pros and cons that hold a relatively significant amount of argumentative weight. Employers are obligated to provide a safe work environment and ensure that their employees are productive, but is the maintenance of a drug test policy in the attainment of...

Women’s Status in Ancient Societies, Women in Society

In the ancient times the world was a much different place compared to today. Men and women had certain roles and status in society that reflected the beliefs and culture of that time. Big part of the social system was based on beliefs and women had a particular place in...

The Nineteenth Amendment and Women’s Suffrage

Voting or suffrage is proclaimed to be one of the fundamental rights of a citizen of any country. However, a couple of centuries ago, this right was a privilege for many people. Multiple American citizens have been denied voting due to their race, gender, social, and economic status. Such inequality...

Social Deviance and Delinquency

A failure to comply with the norms and rules of behavior established in society is closely connected with a phenomenon called deviance. Sociologists define this term as a person’s carrying out some actions that are considered unacceptable by a group. Isolation, treatment, correction, or punishment of the offender belong to...

Radical Feminism vs. Equality

In the 21st century, feminism has become a major social issue. The globalized world has contributed to the spread of feminist ideas to every corner of the world. Mostly, it is considered to be, and it is, a positive influence on the main cause of the feminist movement which achieved...

Rationalizations Used to Excuse Unethical Behavior

Introduction Many people use rationalizations to describe their actions when they find themselves in challenging situations. This refers to an attempt to explain or falsely justify wrongdoing using logical reasoning, even if it is not appropriate. An individual will do this in order to prove to themself and others that...

Overcoming the Odds: Is It Really Necessary?

The stories of overcoming the odds may be considered both good and bad for society because there are always two sides to the consequences of one’s actions. According to Carney and Patel, for example, the role of people who overcome the odds and contribute to society is enormous because they...

Perception and Cognitive Schemata

Occasionally, individuals tend to make conclusions about people they communicate with based on their nonverbal signs, body language, clothes, and particular preferences. Cognitive schemata imply structures, which do not include information on events and entities. Instead, it provides general knowledge about a person, omitting some details (Cherry, 2019; Groome &...

Communication Types in “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” Film

Introduction Interpersonal communication is an integral part of our everyday life and a subject of study of sociology, psychology, linguistics, and other disciplines. It is an informational exchange between two or more people. The success of the communicative process is based on the way the sender encodes a message and...

Social Workers’ Advocacy for Queer Population

Today, people use a number of reasons for discrimination, but, at the same time, they want to live in a free and democratic society. Alone with racial, gender, and social inequalities, the question of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) rights remains open. Social workers, as well as some...

Oppression of Women in Saudi Arabia

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a Middle East power, occupying the majority of the Arabian Peninsula. The country is not demographically diverse as almost all of around thirty million of its citizens are Arabs. The economy of Saudi Arabia is primarily driven by its substantial oil and natural gas...

Networking and Career Development Importance

Introduction Networking builds a network of business ties and forms a circle of people around you, each of whom is professional in a specific field. According to Batistic and Tymon (2017), “Networking is the age-old practice of building and nurturing personal and professional links with a variety of people to...

Relationship Between Morality and Happiness

Introduction The issue of happiness appears to be the central determinant of a person’s life. The critical factor in establishing whether one had a good or bad life is whether this person was happy or not. Therefore, finding what one can do to achieve happiness and sustain it throughout his...

Responsibility as the Foundation of Society

People often compare human beings to animals, making the point that humans possess certain moral values, unlike other biological creatures. One of these values is a responsibility, which is a particularly interesting topic to consider because people tend to have different points of view on the matter of responsibility. I...

A Review of Peter Singer’s “Famine, Affluence, and Morality”

Singer, in his article, has a unidirectional goal that he tries to put across despite the numerous challenges it faces. He is very passionate about the welfare of other unfortunate humans like him and gives a vivid example with the refugees of East Bengal. Given the hardship that the dwellers...

Increasing Number of Migrants in Australia

Name of the focus area This report aims to explore the legal implications of the increasing number of migrants in Australia. More specifically, the new people who come to Australia and are being settled in the state will be reviewed from a legal perspective. Outline and explain the issue In...

The Use of Animals in Biomedical Research

Introduction Biomedical research is a wide range of discipline that looks for ways to stop and cure diseases that produces sickness and death in individuals and animals. This broad area of research embraces various fields of both the life and physical sciences (Creed, et al, 2005). With the techniques of...

Communication Strategies for Crisis Management

Introduction Often during various crises events like natural disasters, vehicle accidents, oil spills, and others there are groups of people who may need assistance. Since these groups may be quite populous or some means of communication might be unavailable, effective communication systems and strategies are to address every person’s calls...

Jürgen Habermas’ and Michel Foucault’s Contributions to Social Theory

Introduction There has been extensive writings and reviews of the social theory from the classical to the modern days. Classical and contemporary theorists have agreed and differed on the interpretations and the application of the theory. Social theory is defined as the utilization of the theoretical methodologies and frameworks in...

The Rise of Mass Communications

Introduction Advanced technology has rewritten the future of the world. Technology is getting advanced day by day and these technologies decide the life of the people. It has been applied in every sphere of life especially in the field of mass communication. Propaganda persuades people to a cause or position...

Performative Acts and Gender Constitution

Introduction Butler argues that gender is not a static identity but can be constituted and constructed through the acts and performances, hence, gender depiction is arbitrary and biased depending on cultural, political, and theatrical perceptions. She views sex and gender as quite different entities of self that have been constructed...

Feminist Ethics: History and Concepts

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...

Social Exchange Theory in Organizations and Workplaces

Summary Social exchange theory is based on the premise that the interactions and communications between human beings occur from the motivation of rewards and reduction of losses (Thibaut & Kelley, 1959). The theory is also built on the premise that the outcome of profitable relationships is generally durable trust and...

What Is Beauty: Discussion

Is there a clear definition of beauty? Are there standards that define the limits of beauty? Are there entities that can be taken to be universal beauties? These are among the questions to be asked when trying to elucidate what beauty is. Trying to answer these questions will always give...

Personal Values and Ethical Standards

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...

Ethics in Sports Medicine

Introduction We can characterize the medical profession as one which has been reposed on high standards and values of ethical behavior. A particular set of significant codes of ethics has been accepted and developed by the professionals of the medical community which operate as the foundation to the various ethical...

Social Work Ethics: Issues and Critical Debates

Introduction Social works represent a unique sphere based on strict ethical and moral principles and values. Working as a residential counselor in a mental health agency, I understand that social workers are faced with different ethical dilemmas and conflicts, which are difficult to resolve and avoid. Thus, professional knowledge and...

King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” Summary

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...

The Relationship between Race and Sexuality

In order to understand the relationship between Race and sexuality, we must first have a clear understanding of the two terms and at the same time have a clear understanding of society’s views about the two issues. Sexuality is a complex issue that affects everyone. People of different communities have...

Penelope and Weaving in Homer’s “The Odyssey”

Introduction Throughout history, women have been considered the weaker sex. They long existed under the domination of men in both political power and physical abilities. Confinement and an emphasis on delicacy have for centuries been the hallmarks of a noble woman’s lifestyle. These attributes were imposed upon women more out...

Protecting Human Research Participants

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...

Refugee Mental Health Issue

Introduction Many obstacles and barriers are faced by refugees who have to leave their countries to save their lives. One of the most frequent refugees health issues is mental health disorders. They may occur due to numerous factors, such as long-term stress, the experience of violence, social and economic barriers...

Windshield Survey in Miami, Florida

Windshield surveys are a quick and easy way to make observations of someplace and its community. The present project aims at evaluating such aspects of the community’s life as the housing condition, quality of streets and stores, cleanliness and services, and other crucial issues. The paper contains some data about...

Gender Studies: Feminine Men and Masculine Women

Introduction Despite the emergence of feminist organizations and anti-discrimination laws, the world is dominated by men. There is still a long way to go for males and females to be equal in all aspects of life. Even though men and women are of the human species, they have many differences...

The Concept of Research Integrity and Research Ethics

Introduction At present, the concept of integrity is used in diverse contexts and is frequently considered to be a moral trait. Moreover, it is often used as a synonym of “honesty.” Nevertheless, this concept is more complex and needs a careful and thoughtful definition. Thus, what is integrity and how...

Understanding the Male Gaze: Sanders vs. Ponterotto

During the Second Wave, the feminist movement coined the term “male gaze” to describe the dynamics of sexual politics and how men view the female body. In his essay, Sanders discusses his own experiences with the male gaze from the standpoint of the viewer. The author shows outstanding self-awareness, admitting...

“The Rights of the Nonhuman World” by Mary Warren

Why do sentient nonhuman animals have certain basic moral rights? Sentient non-human animals are supposed to have certain moral rights because they have the capacity to distinguish pleasure and pain. Moreover, they have a tendency to avoid painful experiences. In this case, the capacity to suffer is the main reason...

Analyzing Rhetorical Strategies in Anti-Smoking Persuasion

Introduction The menace of smoking amongst youth is ruining their future. The smoking craze is picking up fast and good chunk of teenagers are smoking vigorouslyin colleges and high schools in the United States of America. This paper narrates about a rhetoric moment in which I had an argument with...

Gender Studies: The Queer of Color Theory

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...

Understanding Religious Pluralism and Its Distinctive Features

Introduction The fight for civil rights and freedoms is something that has been redefining the history of the United States for many decades. This struggle has made it possible for more people to live in a society that appreciates its freedoms. However, the question of civil liberties has taken a...

Edward Snowden and the Ethics of Whistleblowing

Introduction When Edward Snowden revealed that the National Security Agency in United Sates was tapping phones of world leaders and capturing information from ordinary people, including U.S. citizens all over the world, there was outrage and shock. The U.S. government as evidenced by its action to charge Snowden under the...

Ethical Standards for Human Service Professionals

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...

Gender Differences in Mate Selection

Abstract I have studied gender differences in mate selection from advertisements from the personals columns of the newspaper. They contain advertisements of ‘men seeking women’ and ‘women seeking men’ adverts. In this case, questionnaires were used as a method of data collection in the field. I generated and created random...

Persuasive Communicators in the Workplace and Life

Introduction Communication is an imperative aspect of humanity. Without communication, people cannot lock their potential for financial wealth, nor would they be able to develop loving relationships at home or professional relationships in the workplace. Interestingly, communication is an aspect of human behavior that many people fail to understand, notwithstanding...

Critical Race, Social Learning and Feminist Theories

Critical Race Theory During the recent three decades, Critical Race Theory has been actively used by researchers in order to critically analyze racial relations in different contexts, including the educational one. The theory was formulated by researchers for the legal context in the 1980s-1990s, and Richard Delgado and Jean Stefancic...

Gendered Images Displayed in a Shopping Mall

A commoditized society is instrumental in transforming and creating images of identity and interpretation. The commoditized image projected through the set images forms the hyper-reality that becomes more real for us. Lauren Langman (1993) points out that various objects, images, and events attaches a new symbolic value to our perceptions....

Personal Responsibility and Its Limits

In my opinion, being responsible means acknowledging the consequences of your actions or choices and being ready to handle them. This is a very broad definition, and numerous concessions must be made, but this is the general guideline for defining responsibility in my book. In this essay, I will mention...

Outstanding Sociologists: Influential Figures in Sociology

The list below includes many figures from different areas of sociology. Perhaps, these names are not all the people who donated their knowledge and experience for the benefit of the development of sociology. Nevertheless, they may be called the most outstanding representatives of their epoch. The historical significance of their...

Controversial Final Scene in “Gone Baby Gone” Film

Introduction: Overview of the Scene An ethical dilemma presented in the final scene of the movie Gone Baby Gone is extremely controversial, and there is no right answer to it. In the plot, a detective, Patrick Kenzie, was hired by a single mother and a drug addict, Helene, to find...

The Nature of Human Rights

Abstract This essay is dedicated to one of the most disputed questions in philosophy. The nature of human rights and democracy has been the subject of debate for philosophers and politicians for many centuries. Democracy existed in a variety of forms long before its modern meaning. The paper defends the...

Cell Phones’ Adverse Impact on Social Interaction

Introduction All forms of technology are important to the day-to-day life of the 21st century. The gadgets that come from are made possible by modern technology and have simplified various aspects of life. Cell phones make up the bulk of technology in modern times. Cell phones have made interpersonal communication...

Determination: The Key to Achieving Goals

If we just want something, and it is hard to have it, at the first obstacle, we prefer to have something else we will never achieve anything in life. We have to want something a lot and work hard to have it. The determination is a great weapon. It takes...

Gender Stereotypes in Families: Parental Influence on an Adolescent’s Career Choice

Gender stereotypes are still persistent in societies that often seem to be egalitarian. According to numerous studies, these stereotypes are transmitted to younger generations that copy their parents’ role models. This paper dwells upon this issue with a focus on the way parents’ professional preferences affect their children’s career aspirations....

Hamilton’s Impact: Immigration Themes in the Musical’s Soundtrack

Introduction Immigration is one of the most controversial topics in American culture, mostly due to a host of political issues associated with it. Despite a significant amount of research done on the subject, the public perception of immigration remains polarized. While some U.S. residents believe that the phenomenon has severe...

Gender, Race and Sexuality Inequalities in Society

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...

Listening Styles

Listening is important because it provides individuals with the required information about the world around them and other people’s emotions, feelings, and ideas. Four styles that differ in terms of a person’s motivation for listening are task-oriented listening, relational listening, analytical listening, and critical listening (Bodie, Worthington, & Gearhart, 2013)....

Must Identity Movements Self-Destruct? A Queer Dilemma

Introduction Joshua Gamson argues that the significance of the queerness phenomenon lies not in the gender definitions, but rather in the necessity, viability, and usefulness of such definitions. Gamson points out that insufficient attention has been paid to the tendency of such movements to destroy identities from within. He argues...

Google Inc.’s Male and Female Employees’ Conflicts

Background In all contexts that involve interactions between different people, communication skills are necessary to ensure passage of intended message. One of such skills is interpersonal communication. The skill encompasses a process in which different players in the communication process exchange their feelings, meanings, and information via non-verbal and verbal...

Sexuality in “Love Beyond Gender” by Alysia Abbott

The question of sexuality has always been an ongoing issue for human society. Being one of the basic instincts, sexual interest impacts the life of an individual and predetermines the choice of a partner. Sexuality plays a crucial role in the process as it conditions this very choice and results...

Gender Stereotypes and Misunderstanding

Purpose of the Study Gender stereotypes are frequently discussed by theorists and psychologists around the whole world. People make their decisions, develop relations, choose jobs, or even get married thinking that they take all steps on their free will and promote financial security (Aluko, 2015). However, plenty of women cannot...

Navigating Immigrant Discrimination in the Workplace: Opportunities and Challenges

The paper aims at examining an article about the peculiarities of immigrant discrimination in the workplace written by Krings, Johnston, Binggeli, and Maggiori in 2014. The authors introduce two hypotheses about immigrants, identify their roles in local labor markets, and prove that certain cultural, educational, and personal issues are crucial...

Sexism in “Trifles” by Susan Glaspell

Sexism is the discriminative behavior towards a person of the opposite sex especially towards women. In Trifles, Glaspell explores the theme of sexism particularly the oppression of women in the society. The distinction of the gender roles between men and women leads to the description of women characters. The feeble...

Why Do Monsters Matter in Our Lives?

Man has always had an insatiable desire to create. His creations are of varying forms; from tranquil and beautiful ones to grotesque and gruesome ones. One of the mans fascinating albeit troubling creations is that of monsters. While no one can tell the exact moment in history when the notion...

Struggling to Find Love: The Modern Loneliness Epidemic

Loneliness is a serious problem of the contemporary world. Lots of people of all ages are suffering from the inability to find a suitable partner and arrange own love life. Settling down is a big issue. Maintaining successful interpersonal relationship and being in a couple has become so difficult that...

Modern Issues of Gender Studies

Background of the Study Public responsibility in society and individual domestic set ups have been raising questions about gender. The general social evolutionary trend that has seen women rise up to take up roles that were previously played by men has also been a debatable issue in society. Arguments over...

Impacts of Social Theories on Politics as a Social Institution

Introduction Even though there has been consistency in the use of social institutions as a concept by contemporary sociologists, it is not yet clearly defined in either term of common language or philosophical prose. In the contemporary world, sociologists have been using the concept to refer to the complex forms...

Family Therapy Techniques

Outline This essay discusses about family therapy. It also goes through the importance of family therapy, its major goals and different theories and assumptions used by the family therapists for the treatment. Introduction Family is the basic factor for the development and existence of a person and a society. Relationship...

Communications: Facebook Social Media Platform

Introduction Facebook refers to a social network that allows people to share information online. One becomes a user after he or she signs up and adds a personal profile, which shows an individual’s gender, photo, and contacts. One can choose to belong to a group of persons, such as colleagues...

Contextual Use and Impact of LGBTQ+ Slang and Labels in Social Discourse

Common Slang Terms for Gay Men and Lesbians and Their Origin Some of the slang terms for gays and lesbians include the words “gam”, “div”, “stud”, “fruit”,” butch”, “queer”, and “trade”. The origins of these terms can be traced to various gay and lesbian groups from different cities and cultures....

Interpersonal Communication: Smith’s Guide to Resolving Misunderstandings

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, Postvention from Sociological Perspectives

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...

The Rhetorical Power of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address

Speech Background President Abraham Lincoln served as the speaker in the Gettysburg Address, delivering his remarks at the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on November 19, 1863. The event was overshadowed by the aftermath of one of the deadliest and most conclusive clashes of the American...

Ethical Arguments For and Against Abortion in Medical and Social Contexts

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...

Moral Dilemmas in Social Work: Confidentiality and Accountability

Introduction A subject including social work has moral considerations at its core. Social work topics include care for persons with a spectrum of needs, family connections, societal reactions to crime, and requirements resulting from socioeconomic structures. All of these concerns are moral issues that are, in various ways, ingrained in...

Political and Cultural Dimensions of Woodstock: Music, Protest, and Postwar Ideology

Bennett, A. (2020). Woodstock 2019: The spirit of Woodstock in the post-risk era. Popular Music and Society, 43(2), 216-227. Web. This article describes the historical retrospective of the festival, focusing on the events that caused it. The researchers’ main conclusion is that despite its apparent apolitical nature, the Woodstock slogan...

Migration Patterns in Jamaica, Queens: Annual Relocation Trends and Resident Turnover

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...

Sociological Theories Explaining Gender Issues and Capitalism Trends in Softball

Introduction This essay focuses on three sociological theories concerning softball sports. The theories chosen are macro-oriented, including conflict, values, and rationalization theories. Conflict Theory Conflict theory is a macro theory in sociology that suggests that social order is molded by economic interests and capitalist exploitation (Conerly et al., 2021). The...

Sociological Perspectives on Human Behavior: Functionalism, Conflict, and Symbolic Interactionism

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...

Ethical and Legal Perspectives on Animal Testing in Research and Drug Development

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,...

Parenting with Awareness of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity for Child Well-Being

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,...

Ethical Concerns on Life Extension: Analysis of Ben Okri’s Spirit Children Concept

Introduction It is important to note that Ben Okri’s concept of ‘spirit children’ offers a unique perspective on how to view life and death. The given research analysis will focus on the author’s lessons that go against the constant desire to prolong human lifespan with medical advancements. The outside literature reviewed...

Ethical Principles and Safeguards in Human Subjects Research: Informed Consent and Protection

Introduction It is important to note that research involving human subjects must adhere to the strictest rules to safeguard their safety and informed consent. The latter is achieved by following the core ethical principles of justice, non-maleficence, beneficence, and respect for all persons. My approach ensured that the rights of...

Resolving Ethical Dilemmas: A Guide for Justice-Involved Support Workers

Summary Working with justice-involved individuals can be challenging. One must always be ready to help them achieve stability and overcome the difficulties they face. This guide is designed to discuss ethical dilemmas and the ways in which using personal boundaries and decision-making models can help resolve them. Ethical Dilemma One...

Supporting Proposition 17: Acknowledging Sacrifices Through a Monument

Introduction Choosing to support Proposition 17 to create and erect a bronze statue on the lawn of the state capitol is a recognition of respect and honor to those who have made a memorable impact on the development of America. Through this step, modern society can acknowledge the sacrifices made...

Mythical Third Genders: Karma and Shia as Challenges to Binary Gender Norms

Introduction Recently, issues of gender and the restricted acceptance of the existence of only two sexes have gained public attention. It is conceivable to employ mythical beings who were entirely understandable to people in the past to demonstrate the futility of male gender norms. According to the research, several mythical...

Critical Thinking in Human Communication: Benefits and Applications

Introduction Critical thinking is a paramount skill for triumphant communication. It is the ability to analyze facts and discern the truth from many different sources. Critical thinking enables people to make more informed decisions, better understand complex issues, and solve problems more effectively. In human communication, critical thinking is essential...

Challenges and Visibility of Transgender People: Discrimination, Stigma, and Social Inclusion

Introduction Society will never tolerate gender differences: in the past few years, more than a thousand mothers have killed their newborn children because of their hermaphroditism. Despite numerous movements for equality, individuals who prefer same-sex relationships or have both male and female sexual characteristics are still subject to discrimination. However,...

Ethical Dilemmas and Boundaries in Social Work in Becoming a Helper by Corey & Corey

Introduction The book Becoming a Helper by Marianne Schneider Corey and Gerald Corey studies ethical dilemmas and problems that may arise even for a social work professional. Ethical questions and the resolution of any issues that arise are essential aspects of social services, as these actions shape the behavior and...

Social Activism in U.S. History: Chicano Movement, Delano Strike, and Protest Culture

Introduction In many ways, social activism is inseparable from democracy. Democracy, as such, implies the rule of the people, the citizens of the state who consider it their homeland. Understandably, the U.S. has a rich history of social activism, especially considering the human rights developments of the 20th century. Under the...

Core Personal Values of Openness, Respect, and Embracing Diversity

Foster Openness and Trust One of the personal core values that is important to me is “Be open and trusting rather than fearful or suspicious.” This value means that everything should be approached with reasonable openness and curiosity. This approach can help stay positive at all times (Corey et al.,...

Ethical Debate on Animal Research: Moral Standing, Scientific Value, and Alternatives

Introduction In discussions regarding animal research, the issue of identifying the moral standing of people and animals frequently comes up. It has always been controversial to utilize animals in scientific studies. On the one hand, using animals in this way for human gain alone is viewed as morally unacceptable. On...

Ethical Perspectives and Societal Impacts of Legalizing Prostitution

Introduction Perhaps no other profession or ethical dilemma is as widely reviled or urgent as that of prostitution. Prostitution is often associated with wrongdoing like violating the law, exploiting others, pestering, and even hurting people. One could argue that prostitution is ethically correct because it provides a means for people...

Public Service Proposal to Raise Awareness and End Conversion Therapy Harm

Introduction Conversion therapy is trying to change someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity. Numerous mental health organizations, including the American Medical Association and the American Psychological Association, oppose this controversial and damaging practice because it is ineffective (Li et al., 2022). Conversion therapy remains lawful in some areas of the...

Government Surveillance and the Erosion of Privacy in Glazer and Rand Paul’s Works

Summary In his essay “The Right to Be Let Alone,” Barry Glazer makes the case that the government frequently intrudes on the private rights of its people. He points out that this is particularly true in today’s technological age, when government surveillance is pervasive. This idea is echoed in Senator...

John F. Kennedy’s Inauguration Speech vs. the Declaration of Independence

Introduction John F. Kennedy is one of the most outstanding presidents in American history and is mainly remembered for his inauguration speech. His speech forms an essential piece of rhetorical analysis to describe his desire for a united America. The Declaration of Independence also marks a pivotal moment in the...

Ethical Dilemma of Managing Confidential Mental Health Information About a Deaf Job Candidate

Introduction The ethical dilemma provided as a scenario for a detailed analysis refers to Rachel, who provides emergency interpreting services for mental health facilities. Several months earlier, Rachel participated in the intake of a D/deaf woman. The latter wanted to commit suicide and was admitted for inpatient treatment. Currently, Rachel...

Understanding Communication Through Kerry Dirk’s Essay Navigating Genres

Introduction Kerry Dirk’s essay “Navigating Genres” delves into the various communication styles and the norms that shape them. According to Dirk, every genre possesses a unique set of regulations and norms molded by its intended audience and purpose (Dirk 1). By evaluating the hallmarks of each genre, Dirk offers insight...

Ethical and Legal Perspectives on Abortion: Pro-Choice and Counterarguments

Introduction Abortion is a medical procedure used to terminate a pregnancy by removing the embryo or fetus from the mother’s womb. Suction aspiration, a method that uses gentle suction to remove the fetal tissue and placenta from the uterus, is the most often used medical procedure for abortion. This type...

Impact of Race and Religion on Life Experiences of a Latino Catholic in the U.S.

Introduction Living in a demographically diverse society means multiple factors can shape one’s life experiences. In this case, the master statuses define the social position that one occupies and define the behaviors and roles of the individual in a social context. My life experiences emanate from my social status, including...

Gender and Sexuality as Social Constructs: Historical and Cultural Perspectives

Introduction Gender and sexuality are historically constructed concepts shaped by the social context. These terms have severe implications for people as they define many variables, such as gender inequality, stigmatization, and barriers to acceptance and equality. Some examples should be considered for a detailed look at how gender and secession have...

Core Beliefs for Life in a Complex World: Wisdom, Trust, Resilience

Introduction What distinguishes people from animals is the ability to think and form their own beliefs about what is right and wrong, good and evil. This essay will discuss the formation of deep core beliefs in more detail. Deep core beliefs are those judgments that determine how people shape their...

Empowering Youth Through Social Constructionism in Dear Freedom Writer

Introduction The Dear Freedom Writer project is a collection of letters from Erin Gruwell’s students. These letters tell stories of hardship and hope, showing the struggles of poverty, abuse, racism, and violence. The journey began when Gruwell asked her students to write about their lives and ended with them finding...

Indigenous Women’s Activism and Cultural Identity in Latin America

Three Key Takeaways from Readings Three things were interesting to observe from Indigenous people’s lives throughout the reading “The Huipil: An Everlasting, Indigenous Cultural Emblem” by Mimi Urizar Avila. Firstly, a variety of conclusions were drawn about the lives of indigenous people and their application to global society. As pointed...

The Study of the Arts for Ethical Development from Kant’s Aesthetic Perspective

Introduction The arts are essential to our moral growth as individuals. Therefore, we must study them. The term “ethics” describes a body of values that may be used to make the right choices in life. Literature, music, drama, and the visual arts give us a window into new worldviews and...

Satire and Social Critique in Swift’s A Modest Proposal: A Rhetorical Analysis

Introduction Poverty is a rather severe issue that was and is often met with various ideas for solutions. In his essay, A Modest Proposal, writer Jonathan Swift offers to address this issue especially. He wants to prevent the offspring of financially unfortunate individuals from being a liability to their parents...

The Relationship Between Gender Identity, Discrimination, and Human Rights Protection

The Relationship Between Gender Identity and Human Rights The topic of ethics that will be addressed in this paper is discrimination and its impact on human rights. Discrimination remains an issue of concern, with people from some backgrounds and genders being mistreated for being different. UNICEF indicates that women have...

Active Listening in Mentorship and Coaching: Benefits, Barriers, and Best Practices

Introduction Active listening is a skill that is an important part of mentorship and coaching. This skill allows mentors and trainers to better understand their charges and helps them create more effective learning and development strategies. This essay will examine the definition and importance of active listening, its advantages, common...

Moral Justifications for Abortion: Ethical Arguments and Philosophical Views

Introduction The question of moral justifications for abortions is one of the most complex in ethics and philosophy. Some people believe that abortions are always wrong, while others think that they can be morally justified in certain situations. In this essay, various viewpoints on this topic will be examined, as...

LGBTQ+ Identity, Fashion, and Mental Health: A Story of Acceptance and Empowerment

Introduction In recent times, the world has become more accepting of diversity, and it is therefore crucial to recognize the struggles faced by those who identify as “different” from the majority. The LGBTQ+ community is one such group that faces unique experiences. To gain insight into these experiences, I spoke...

Legalizing Abortion: Various Perspectives on Women’s Reproductive Rights

Introduction The term abortion refers to the deliberate ending of a pregnancy, which has been the subject of fervent debate and contentious discussion for many years. The debate over whether or not abortion should be legalized is frequently influenced by various factors, including societal, economic, moral, and religious beliefs. The...

Theories of Deviance and Social Control: Control, Labeling, Strain, and Conflict Perspectives

Introduction Society comprises many individuals with different backgrounds, beliefs, and principles. For social structures and interactions to function generally in such chaos, society develops several mechanisms necessary to establish order and hierarchy. One of these mechanisms is the division of community members into conformists or deviants based on compliance with...

Voting Rights: Historical and Social Perspective

Introduction Voting rights are one of the main political topics in modern times. To gain a more comprehensive understanding of electoral rights, it is worth studying them from a historical and social science perspective. History helps us understand the past and its impact on modern society, while social sciences allow...

Animal Testing: Ethical Concerns and Scientific Arguments Explored

Introduction Research that involves the use of animals as subjects has been a hotly debated topic for a considerable amount of time. Some contend that it is cruel and immoral, while proponents of the practice maintain that it is essential to the development of scientific and medical knowledge. As a direct...

Balancing Client Rights with Professional Ethics in Health and Human Services

Introduction In the fields of health care, social work, education, or counseling, it is crucial to give priority to the rights of the client while maintaining personal and professional values, ethics, and responsibilities (Mapp et al., 2019). When faced with a situation where the client’s rights conflict with these values,...

Egalitarian Insights in Studs Terkel’s Working: Annotated Analysis

Deering, Dorothy. “Egalitarian History in Studs Terkel’s Working.” The Journal of General Education, vol. 28, no. 2, 1976, pp. 103-113. JSTOR. Web. “Egalitarian History in Studs Terkel’s Working” is a scholarly article written by Dorothy Deering in 1976, with the purpose of reflecting on the recently published book Working by...

Palestinian Workers’ Strike: A Global Struggle for Human Rights

Introduction Social movements for human rights are common in historical contexts. Many groups of people are organizing together to resist oppression and assert their right to equality collectively. One recent clear example of this is the Palestinian workers’ strike. They have demonstrated determination and resilience in dealing with the political...