Cultural Pluralism as System in Society

Cultural pluralism is a system where there is a full participation of the minority groups in a society that is not active in the issues that lead to society building. As per the participation of the minority groups, those involved are able to maintain their ethnic differences in their cultures....

The Correlation Between Literature and Empathy

Formerly reading used to be one of the principal ways to divert oneself. Rapid technological development and the growing entertainment industry may have changed the way people approach their leisure. The decline of reading is an ongoing phenomenon that results from profound changes in how investing one’s time is viewed....

Honesty and Trust in Business Ethics

Trust is an important element of any ethical framework, especially when building durable and reliable relationships with clients and business partners. Nevertheless, business lives by its own rules, according to which sometimes it is necessary to resort to contradictory practices. The second chapter of Honest Work by Ciulla, Martin &...

Research Methods for Social Work

While conducting social experiments, it is essential to gather accurate data. However, there are several factors that may interfere with this process and threaten the credibility of the information. First of all, the term of internal validity should be defined; researchers note that it is a component, according to which...

The Phenomenon of Interpersonal Communication

The phenomenon of interpersonal communication is a process of exchanging information, knowledge, experience, emotions, and beliefs between people. In other words, interpersonal communication happens when two people talk or use non-verbal means to exchange data. According to Lane (2016), interpersonal communication is influenced by the perception of the world, self-concept,...

The Portrayal of the LGBTQ+ Population in the Media

Many scholars have investigated the portrayal of the LGBTQ+ population in the media, noting that it does not always reflect reality. Seif (2017) provides an analysis of several characteristics of gay and lesbian characters in the media. They include gendered stereotypes, victimization, representation as villains, a sexual depiction, or a...

The Influence of Social Media on Mental Health

Introduction Social media has enhanced the connection and interaction of 3.81 billion people all over the world. It has aided in maintaining a good relationship between people and their families and friends. Social connection makes a person relieved of sadness, stress, and anxiety. However, it can pose negative impacts on...

Gender Norms in Different Cultures

The relationships among biological sex, gender role, and sexuality are often perceived differently in societies around the globe. For example, western societies have a strong penchant for patriarchy, which has certain implications for the people who defy the status quo. As evidenced in the trailer for a movie about women...

Aspects of National Communication in Cuba

Introduction In interpersonal and intergroup relationships it is paramount to be aware of the cultural notions of other people. In order not to be rude or offensive, it is vital to know the patterns of communication, which are utilized in the native country of the other party. There are multiple...

Prison Staffing and Correctional Officers’ Duties

History The nature of the work of correction officers within the American prison system is highly misunderstood. The actual responsibilities of the different sections within the prison department overlap. There is no clear-cut rule on the nature of the work or the roles these officers play in inmates’ lives (“Evolving...

Three Types of Friendship

Even though there are such types of friends as romantic, childhood, and internet one, childhood friendship is the steadiest among these kinds.Romantic friends form opposite-sex relations.Having an opposite-sex friend presumes viewing things differently. Such friends broaden the field of one’s interests. Male-female friendship may lead to a romance or end.Childhood...

Conflict Theory: Definition and Main Concepts

Definition and Analysis Conflict theory is a concept used in a wide range of disciplines, such as sociology, psychology, criminology, communication, education, among many others. This theory takes its roots in Carl Marx’s teachings since class struggle is based completely on a conflict. Therefore, the main aim of Conflict theory...

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...

Comparison of Nature and Nurture

Nature vs. nurture is a debate that seeks to determine what shapes the human personality the most if not exclusively. Nature in this debate denotes genetic and biological predispositions that each human possesses. Conversely, nurture symbolizes the influence of a person’s environment and its ability to mold their behavior and...

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...

“We The People”: Preamble of the Constitution

Indeed, the first three words of the Preamble of the Constitution were incredibly significant since they indicated the beginning of a new nation and new country. The emphasis on these first words accentuates that the government of the United States as a new country is its citizens. Therefore, it is...

Summary of “Women in Diaspora: A Study of Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s Fiction”

The topic of women’s experience in immigration has been broadly addressed in the field of social sciences. Multiple obstacles, psychological, cultural, and social barriers that women who immigrate to the USA encounter have been covered in numerous literary works. In the article under the title “Women in Diaspora: A Study...

Disability and Society, the Theory of Marginality, the Minority Group Model

Why is the Sociopolitical Model Also Known as the Minority Group Model? There have been many attempts to define disability throughout times and suggest how people with impairments should be treated. Those views eventually transformed into models, which had a certain understanding of disabilities and determined the attitudes towards them....

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...

Socialization Through the Life Course

Socialization is “how individuals, beginning at an early age and continuing throughout their lives, learn about societal norms, values, and beliefs” (Luther et al., 2018, p. 16). It serves as an instrument of accord and unity among the members of society to ensure its survival. An agent of socialization is...

Police Brutality: The Rodney King Case

Rodney King Case The case of Rodney King is one of many demonstrations of police brutality in the United States. The incident initiated the movement against the injustice concerning racial inequality in the country, severely impacted the law enforcement system, and left a polarizing effect on American society. This paper...

Internet Usage Around the World

The Internet plays a vital role in the lives of modern people, as individuals communicate, learn new information and entertain themselves with its help. However, different countries have various levels of global net penetration due to circumstances like poverty. Therefore, it is interesting to compare my internet usage, the amount...

Strain, Social Control, and Developmental Theories

Introduction Contemporary theoretical approaches have developed at the beginning of the twenty-first century. However, they are all based on older theories, like anomie and social control theories. Present theoretical models pay particular attention to early life factors that shape people’s future deviant behavior. This paper dwells on specific characteristics of...

A Specific Theory of Persuasion: Social Judgment Theory

Introduction Choosing a specific theory of persuasion that would align with the selected persuasive appeal is necessary for contextualizing the appeal and determining its effects. It was chosen to focus on Social Judgment Theory, which implies that the position of an individual on a particular issue depends on the preferred...

Nonverbal Communication as an Essential Part of Conversation

The field of nonverbal communication has been gaining interest from researchers as it plays a crucial role in establishing connections and understanding others’ intentions. Nonverbal communication includes many dimensions such as body language, emotions, and emotional intelligence, personal space and contingency, the tone of voice, and distinctive signals such as...

American Policing and Social Justice

Social justice is a phenomenon that reflects the economic, political, legal, and moral conditions of life and the development of society. Justice is a social criterion of law that determines the main mechanisms for ensuring social well-being and regulating the norms of human relations between themselves, the state, their rights,...

Edmund Burke: The Conservative Liberal

The Role of Family Social institutions such as family, religious communities, villages, or cities are the primary source of public understanding and the school of life where a person can develop the feeling of love for the country, fellow citizens, and all of humanity. Traditionally, the family is used to...

Factors of Stress Among Young Adults

Introduction Stress among young adults is a topic of increased interest among sociologists and health professionals. Today, stress is caused by numerous factors, and young adults need to be aware of them to develop sufficient coping mechanisms. For instance, a popular health-related website, WebMD (n.d.), claims that stress can be...

Addressing the Issue of Gender Equality

Introduction Gender or sexual equality is one of the most critical issues that we face in today’s society. This century is no longer the time when one can say that men come from Mars, and women come from Venus. Today, sexual equality is one of the basic human rights, but...

Public Speaking Versus Conversation

For people who are just beginning to learn about public speaking, it is easy to mistake it for a form of conversation. Indeed, public speaking and conversation are similar in the way that they both involve imparting a message. However, other characteristics of these two forms of communication make them...

Ethical Consideration in Group Counseling

Introduction There has been an advent in the use of group counseling for the benefit of members of the community in realizing personal and community goals. Group counseling serves various purposes in schools, colleges, universities, churches, and the community. Group counseling is whereby a small number of people come together...

We Have Never Been Modern

“Modernity comes in as many versions as there are thinkers or journalists, yet all its definitions point, in one way or another, to the passage of time. The adjective “modern” designates a new regime, an acceleration, a rupture, a revolution in time.” “”Modern” is thus doubly asymmetrical: it designates a...

Immigration: Advantages and Ways of Improving

Immigration can be described as the movement of people from one region to another either in pursuit of basic needs, better living conditions, or employment opportunities. According to the Immigration theory, it is either push factors or pulls factors that cause people to migrate. Push factors refer to the circumstances...

The Code of Ethics: Standards & Values Within the Organization

The main goal and vision of the management information system is to develop an information system that will affect the society in the future. With this vision in mind, there develops responsibility on the practitioners to stick to professional codes of conduct and professional training standards. The codes of ethical...

Gender Issues in the Leadership of the Organization

According to Friedan & Anna (2001), gender refers to the character traits that are seen to be creating the distinction between a male and a female. The most discriminating traits under its disparity include the sexual dimensions as well as the social roles and the gender identity of an individual....

The Personality Development: The Nature Theory

Introduction The nature theory proposes that human traits are determined by the genes that are present in the cells of a human being and goes further to assert that a person’s sex, intelligence, or even personality is all determined by the genes. The nurture theory on the other hand explains...

Google: Organisation’s Strategy Social Responsibility

In a modern corporation, strategy at any level is an important issue in the history and tradition of any society irrespective of its level of development. People started contemplating and viewing the process of strategy and strategic thinking in ancient times. Google is one of the most successful companies based...

The Need for Self Esteem in the Elderly

Self-esteem is defined as the satisfaction and confidence in oneself or the self-worth (Rosenberg, 1965:15). It is also a fundamental part of a human being. It involves the mental makeup and human psychology. It involves how individual views oneself and the kind of relationship they have with members of their...

Child Welfare and Protection Policies in Australia

Introduction Racial hierarchy is known to cause the subjugation of one or more races. This is evident in Australia where the Aborigines and the Torres Strait indigenous people have suffered at the hands of the colonialists (Dominelli, 2000) and in Canada among the First Nations indigenous population (Schwartz-Kenney, 2001). Statistics...

Main Values in the Work of a Social Worker

The primary task of the social work profession is to promote human well-being and help meet the fundamental human needs of all people, with particular attention to the requirements and empowerment of people who are at risk, oppressed, and living in conditions of poverty [Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW,...

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...

Soccer and Other Sports as a Communication Medium

Introduction Soccer and other sports activities have immense communication potential because of the high involvement of people. The atmosphere is charged, people are completely engrossed in the game and at the moment whatever message is communicated to them is likely to get increased attention by people. It is for this...

Freud, Sex and Sexuality

Sex and sexuality can be considered fundamental social constructs as they regulate the interaction of people belonging to various communities and the way they evolve. For this reason, these aspects have always attracted philosophers’ attention. They tried to outline factors impacting the emergence of particular behaviors in individuals when interacting...

Transgender Children’s Issues in Society

Introduction The topic of transgender children in society proves to be divisive and is widely discussed by parents, teachers, clinicians, and politicians. There is a range of opinions on the topic – from the medical point of view to issues of parenting and educating transgender children to questions of their...

Millennials & Boomers: Insights from Keith Spencer’s Essay

The essay “Why Millennials Will Miss Boomers When They’re Gone” by Keith Spencer gives the reader a view on the generation gap between Baby Boomers and millennials. It goes into great detail, describing those generations’ differences, the reasons for those and what important lessons readers must learn. The essay is...

Managing Diversity Within Public Administration

Introduction In recent decades, there has been a meaningful change in the diversity composition within public administrations. The election of President Obama in 2008 showed that minorities can hold public office and have a tremendous impact. Factors such as globalization, immigration, biracial and interracial family unions demonstrate that demographics and...

Straw Man Fallacy vs. Healthy Argument

Straw man fallacy is the substitution of a person’s argument with a distorted form so that it can be easier to attack the opponent by pretending to disagree with an opponent’s viewpoint. It is based on providing an impression of rejecting an argument not presented by an opponent. Since the...

Early Renaissance Society vs Contemporary Society: Comparative Analysis

Introduction Many modern people like to feel that their present advancement and accomplishments share nothing for all intents and purpose with their past. They trust that their development at this period has a gigantic power that did not portray earlier hundreds of years. Be that as it may, contemporary society...

Douglass’ Rhetorical Strategy: Biblical Allusions

Introduction Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglas published in 1845 is a classical autobiographical piece. In the book, Douglas described multiple injustices that American slaves faced on a regular basis and provided arguments against the practice of slavery. He extensively utilized Biblical references and allusions to support his messages....

Heterosexism in Language and the Evolving Gay Community Terms

Some definitions and terms existing in language can be ambiguous and poorly defined so that it is difficult for a recipient of the text to comprehend the meaning. Such a situation could be observed in the case with the terminology pertaining to lesbians, gay men, and bisexual persons (American Psychological...

Are Women Less Privileged in Society than Men?

Gender relations that are observed in the western world have transformed significantly during recent decades. Certain political, economic, and social changes, as well as historical events, have caused critical alterations in gender roles while making male domination less typical of the society in developed countries. While women remain to be...

Identity in Latin America: Sarmiento, Martí, Ortiz

This paper aims to investigate the position of three different authors on the problem of identity in Latin America. The issue of social and cultural identity is of immense importance for nearly any individual in the majority of countries. It is evident that if people do not find ways to...

Progress and Obstacles for LGBT Rights in Latin America

Introduction Nowadays, many countries and communities have to deal with a number of challenges connected to the recognition of rights among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transsexual/transgender (LGBT) people and their impact on social lives. Some countries or, at least, states accept the idea of same-sex marriages and pass special anti-discrimination...

Cornel West Theories: The Three Pillars of Human Existence and Reasoning

Democracy, as a highly sophisticated social virtue, has frequently been regarded as a utopian thought of peoples having the power over their lives and their choices. Here, the word “utopian” is used intentionally to emphasize the complexity of individual perception of this model and its roots. While striving for democracy...

Overcoming Bias in Intercultural Encounters: Asking for Directions

Context The experience involved interaction with an African American person. The purpose of the interaction was to enquire direction to a certain place. The person that I was interacting with was a complete stranger and there was hesitation on my part to ask the direction from him. He seemed unkempt...

Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Interpersonal Communication Process of developing a good relationship with other people Interpersonal skills can be learned and developed Effective communication is an essential skill and is related to success Principles of Interpersonal Communication Good listening is being interested in what you are being told Judgment should come after the information...

Veteran Suicide Rates: Addressing Mental Health Challenges

The increase in suicide rates among veterans frightens and reveals the magnitude of mental challenges experienced by the group. The most worrying aspect of Clay Hunt’s interview was the revelation that 22 veterans die daily from suicide (CBS News, 2013). Unfortunately, many recruits to the army fit the profile of...

The Human Rights and Freedoms of Canadian Citizens

Introduction I agree with the study guide on The ‘Discover Canada’ booklet. I feel is very important for those who wish to become Canadian citizens. This offers the basic concepts with which the citizens benefit by enjoying equality rights, religious rights, and so on. The employment of these rights is...

Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube Influence on Activism and Revolution

The focus on building strong social ties Today, a great percentage of the person’s social activities can be realized within such social networks as Twitter and Facebook and with the help of sharing YouTube videos. However, the role of social media for influencing real-life activities is also important because Twitter...

Alcohol Drinking and Ethical Decision-Making

Introduction Human beings face various challenges in life that confront them with great dilemmas. In most cases, these situations have more than one alternative, and each choice has consequences for the victims and other members of society. Therefore, it becomes difficult for a person to make a decision when it...

Riverbend City’s Flood Disaster Communication

Analysis of the Issue Faced by the Leader in the Scenario In the Riverbend City scenario, I was chosen to work in charge of the Leadership Team that was created for the provision of the emergency response of a flood disaster in Riverbend City. The team is comprised of several...

Human Rights in Sociology and Philosophy

Introduction The concept of human rights is among the most popular issues throughout the world in contemporary society today. Such a concept is challenging, and many aspects have still yet to be investigated. According to James Griffin (qtd. in Moka-Mubelo 1), there exists a, “belief that we do not yet...

“We Are the Walking Dead” by Gerry Canavan

Introduction Reading is a process that is, in its nature, more complicated and multifaceted than it is usually perceived. In many cases, authors do not just write plan facts in order to inform their readers about something but wrap the delivered information in multiple layers of presentational techniques and strategies....

Student Activism in the United States

Abstract Student activism is not a new concept. It has a rather long history, and its contribution to the political and social changes in society is difficult to over evaluate. The past of student activism is full of significant moments. The present is not clear due to the fact that...

Is the Good Life Found in Pursuing Happiness?

A good life with a successful career, enough money, and property is a manifestation of happiness for many people. However, not all people achieve this goal and can call themselves happy, and some, in the pursuit of happiness, money, or success, remain miserable for life. Therefore, happiness and a good...

Feminism, Oppression, Masculinity, and Homophobia

Introduction Feminism, a relatively new movement in the history of social, political, and philosophical thought (since it emerged in the late 19th century and evolved throughout the 20th century), has found an important place in modern social studies. During the 20th century, feminists succeeded in obtaining various rights that previously...

Biometric Technologies: Opportunities and Ethical Concerns

With the boost of technology, the things that were a part of futuristic fiction films become a reality. Biometric technologies gain popularity not only applied to criminal investigations, but also in the sphere of personal safety. For example, the fingerprint scan is widely practiced to provide the security of mobile...

Masculinity and Sexuality in High School by Pascoe

Abstract The text of this paper consists of the review of C.J. Pascoe’s 2007 book Dude, You’re a Fag: Masculinity and Sexuality in High School, and the critique of what appears to be the book’s major weaknesses. In particular, the author is being criticized on account of her inability to...

Clinton-Lewinsky Scandal and Ethical Theories

Introduction After President Bill Clinton got involved in a love affair with Lewinsky, people had mixed reactions about the affair. At the time of the scandal, Lewinsky worked as an intern in the White House. Her perceived friend at the time, Tripp, had been recording phone conversations between Clinton and...

Casinos Effects on Communities

Casino, a gambling activity, has caused a plethora of effects in the society both economically and socially. The legalization of the gambling game in many nations has led to the establishment of structures, which govern the activity. Some countries have commissioned organizations to assess the impact of casino gambling within...

Same-Sex Marriage as a Moral Controversy

Commonly same-sex marriages were considered to be immoral and were not supported by society. However, recently they became legal in some countries and several states of America. Thus, it can be seen that today people tend to be more loyal than their forbears. Same-sex marriages are mainly not accepted by...

Women’s Movement in the US: First & Second Waves

Introduction Women’s movement in the United States was divided into two waves. The first wave occurred in the 1840s and helped women to obtain the right to vote. In almost a century, the second wave arose in the early 1960s. After the Second World War, many women found themselves locked...

Romantic Love and Maternal Love

The Concept of Romantic Love Romantic love is a pleasurable and expressing feeling of an emotional attraction between two people. Romantic love involves the expressions of feelings of individuals and their emotional desires to bond with another person. Love makes people feel appreciated, admired, and happy in their lifetime. Also,...

Social Influence and Personal Thinking

Introduction Human beings are social creatures and, therefore, their decisions and thinking are highly subjected to social influence. Social influence as a sociological phenomenon is the way human beings sway the beliefs, feeling, thinking, and behaviors of one another (Fabrigar & Norris, 2015). As such, personal thinking and behavior are...

Agonies of the Immigrants in Kiran Desai’s Novel

Written by Shah Jadhav and Phil Nirmal, the article, Agonies of the Immigrants in Kiran Desai’s ‘The Inheritance of Loss’, highlights the suffering and pain that people went through whilst being in foreign countries during the post-colonial period. The authors indicate that during this period, the majority of the postcolonial...

Conflicts: Main Reasons and Resolution

Introduction Conflicts are one of the main aspects of human behavior. The human society is comprised of several individuals who appreciate various beliefs and have different points of view on the same issue. However, the ability to make a compromise and accept the existence of another point of view could...

The Use of Animals in Laboratory Research

Introduction Due to several factors, scientists have been able to make a considerable breakthrough in many spheres of human life. However, the methods employed in reaching this progress do not always involve only humans’ endeavors and participation. Along with technological advancements, laboratories widely use animal research to achieve the results...

Communication and Cultural Conflicts

When individuals from different cultural backgrounds find themselves in a community, there are always possibilities for communication conflict because each person holds diverse values, beliefs, and practices. These differences are attributed to the cultural diversity that subsequently leads to communication differences and conflicts (Almutairi, 2015). Cultural differences in a community...

Queer of Color Theory: Gender, Race, and Challenges

Introduction Gender is a socially created trait used to distinguish between males and females. It is also used to assign social roles and responsibilities. It is associated with the way society nurtures individuals with respect to their culture, expectations, and other elements. Queer, on the other hand, denotes the ‘unusual...

Do Fraternities Promote Misogyny?

One of the most common criticisms against fraternities is the promotion of criminal activity and indecent behavior among members. Fraternities are exclusive societies that comprise people with similar views, opinions, and ideologies regarding certain critical issues in society such as politics, religion, race, and sexuality (Loh, Gidycz, Lobo, & Luthra,...

Black Lives Matter Movement: Essay Example

The Black Lives Matter social movement is concerned with important issues of racism and police brutality. BLM also became one of the most popular essay topics for high school and college. Here, you will find a free example of a Black Lives Matter movement essay complete with an introduction and...

Sociology Theories: Effects on Social Institutions and Structures

Introduction Over the years, numerous sociological theories have been espoused. However, the four main evidence based sociological theories are functionalism, utilitarianism, conflict and interactionism. Sociological theories are important because they influence various social institutions. Besides, sociological theories help to explain structures of social institutions (Macionis, 2012). Among the four theories,...

What Is Meant By Social Science Paradigms?

Social science paradigms can be defined as the frames and models according to which researchers can observe the world and make conclusions about the certain institutions, processes, and interactions within the society. As a result, social science paradigms are used in order to organize the researchers’ observation and reasoning and...

The Influence of Ideas in Philosophy: Understanding Their Power and Impact

According to Heraclitus, everything is ceaselessly changing. In his argument, Heraclitus says, “all is fire”, which means that the only reality that exists is the reality of change. He argues that permanence does not exist, but it is an illusion. By using the phrase “all is fire”, the philosopher attempts...

Philosophy of Life: Major Principle and Problems

People often mention the philosophies of their lives when they try to share their ideas on different issues. They do not refer to the discipline, but reveal their opinions. It is noteworthy that the word ‘philosophy’ has several meanings, but only some people know them or pay attention to them....

Challenges Faced by Single-Parent Homes: Exploring Societal and Economic Issues

Introduction In the past decades, the numbers of single parents have significantly become common. As a result, we have all manner of single-parent families in the world. The head of the household maybe mothers, fathers, or in some cases, grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Past studies have shown that...

Moral Intention Concept in Philosophy

Peter Abelard and Heloise are two well-known figures in the field of philosophy. Abelard proposed the concept of moral intention by arguing that sins are not the act of evil desires or a person does not commit sins because of having evil desires. Instead, the consent to follow evil desires...

Poems and Prose: Depicting Human Life in Society

Introduction Literature in the form of poems and prose depict the life of human beings in a society. Poems and prose are essential in a society in many different ways. For example, they educate, enlighten, satirize and criticize a system, as well as entertaining people in the society. Poems and...

Types of Psychologists: Exploring Differences and Similarities in Approaches to Mental Health

Psychology is the scientific study of behavioral change and mental processes in human beings. Clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and counseling psychologists are some of the experts in the field of psychology. Although the aforementioned groups focus on the same field, their education background and treatment techniques differ slightly. The following text...

Youth Life and Social Changes in Developed Countries

Introduction Social change refers to the transformation in social structure and social order in society Giddens (2006 pp 43).In his study, France (2007, pp 8) found out that the pre-modern society was characterized by strong social classes and social order. It was also characterized by strong differentiation in gender. Young...

The Maslow Assessment Test

The Maslow Assessment Test was researched and developed by Abraham Maslow, founder of the school of Humanistic and Transpersonal Psychology. He believed that our development as human beings could be viewed in a multi-level, almost pyramid-like set up corresponding to our personal development in the fields of safety, self-esteem, aesthetic...

Analysis of Folk Costume and Its Cultural Value: Bulgarian Folk Costume

Description According to Steele (1998, 328), analysis of objects such as costumes is a sequential procedure and ought to be in the most discrete way possible. The analysis must begin from description, analysis of evidence, inference, and interpretation of findings. It is equally important for the analyst to speculate findings...

The Pursuit of Knowledge in Human and Natural Sciences

Introduction Disagreement is rarely considered as something positive. It is rather viewed as an annoying obstacle standing in the way of one’s learning process, which is rather sad because, in some ways, disagreement can lead to several fruitful results. Nevertheless, the role of argument in a conversation is often diminished. In...

Social Problem of Inequality

Introduction The salient crime that dominates people’s considerations is violent crime due to the fatal, shocking and traumatizing aftermath. This has led to a greater focus on this type of crime in comparison to property crime. Property crimes are the common crimes that occur in everyday life, and they do...

Heraclitus’ Philosophy: Reality is Ceaseless Change

Heraclitus argued that reality is changing ceaselessly. According to this philosophy, there is no other reality apart from the reality of change (Moore & Bruder, 2012). The argument further states that permanence does not exist because it is only an illusion. He argued that fire is the root substance of...

The Ever-Changing Nature of Reality in Ancient Philosophy

Introducing fire as a basic element of the Universe, Heraclitus pointed to the ever-changing nature of reality. The philosopher stated that their permanence is impossible; however, he saw a certain order in the changing reality. This order, so-called “logos,” lies in an organization of opposites’ existence and their collaboration, as...

Embracing Personal Responsibility for Academic Success

Introduction The enthusiasm for admitting the significance of values that societies set for personal behavior is referred to as personal responsibility. It entails making active personal determinations to live based on the values. In fact, it also means that when a person fails to meet the anticipated values, he/she does...

Philosophers Views on the Reality Changes

Heraclitus believes that there is no other reality apart from change. Everything else in the universe changes apart from the change itself. Apart from the fact that nothing in the universe remains the same over a period, change also originates from cosmic order. He believes that for everything that exists,...

How to Travel With a Teenager?

Most families get time to spend together only during vacations when they travel for leisure or just as a way of enhancing the bonding among the family members. Before a person pack for a vacation, it is important to look for a good and affordable destination. It is not always...

Abraham Maslow Theory of Motivation & Hierarchy of Needs

Abraham Maslow: Essay Introduction Abraham Harold Maslow was an American psychologist born in 1908 in Brooklyn, New York. He died in 1970 in Menlo Park, California (Poston, 2009). Maslow is still one of the most influential people in the field of psychology. He was a professor in four major institutions...

Unequal Privileges: Legal, Religious and Social Factors

Introduction The annals of history are replete with inequalities in human relations including, discrimination based on religion, ethnic extraction, race, gender, and sexual orientation. Discrimination has never augured well with many people and so abolitionists still clamor for justice and equality, and have made major strides towards ending it. Nevertheless,...

The Role of Gender in Interactions via Social Media

It has been acknowledged that men and women quite differently use social media. For instance, females tend to focus on development of certain relationships and creating a community while males tend to use social media to get information, have fun and so on (Correa, Hinsley & De Zúňiga, 2010). Interestingly,...

Confident Body Language: Body Language Exhibited by Barack Obama

Since the days of Martin Luther King Jr., the world was yet to experience the magic power of speech. Few celebrities and politician had given a moving speech that could send the crowd into frenzy. This was until the run off to the US presidential elections of 2008 where another...

Infidelity and Societal Impact on Family Values

Introduction Infidelity is the main cause of divorce in America today. Infidelity is a vice that is causing stains in families, among many other ills that come with it. It has been shown many times that groups of people sharing common beliefs and attitudes tend to behave in the same...

Effects of Video Games on Players

The video game industry has grown into a multi-billion venture over the years. New games are produced by video game companies constantly. These games are in a variety of genres, ranging from violence to educational games. In recent years, there have been increased arguments about the impact of video games....

Gramsci’s Hegemony and Public Perception of Terrorism

Introduction Various approaches to the formation of hegemony and the design of social institutions can be based on social change. Gramsci’s approach to the concept being studied is one of intellectual and moral leadership that should justify the formation of a competent attitude (Saputra et al., 2022). Thus, analytics of...

Analysis of an Ethical Dilemma: Balancing Professional Duty and Family Loyalty

Facts Memo: Ethical Analysis and Recommendations for Luke’s Dilemma In this case, the main character, Luke, has been offered the opportunity to work on a project that involves developing ABC Company’s land to build an adult entertainment store. The ethical problem is that the land is on the street where...

Correlation Between Money and Happiness: Annotated Bibliography

Rationale for Topic Selection It so no secret that human nature constantly conflicts with itself; one such internal confrontation is materialism versus idealism. Within this topic, thinkers, theologians, psychologists, and economists continue to debate whether relatively or objectively big money can provide a person with true happiness. This annotated bibliography...

Women in Peru: Gender Equality, Economic Empowerment, and Workforce Challenges

Introduction Women in Peru often spend more time taking care of the home. Their primary roles include taking care of the kids and elderly family members, performing cleaning, and going grocery shopping, among other things. Nonetheless, the nation is one of the few that has demonstrated a solid commitment to...

Power of Body Language: Insights from Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk

Introduction With the title “Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are,” Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk delves deeply into the ways that power dynamics and nonverbal communication affect people’s lives. The TED Talk will be summarized, the overall impression will be discussed, key passages that were found interesting or thought-provoking will...

Ethical Decision-Making in Everyday Situations

Introduction Moral aspects of human activity should be considered when making decisions to help ensure the most acceptable and appropriate option. Thus, ethics can regulate all areas of life and determine the application of its norms to various kinds of situations. When making ethical decisions to resolve ambiguous situations or...

The Role of Family and Socialization in Human Development

Understanding Socialization and Its Impact Defining Socialization and Its Role in Human Development Socialization represents a process that occurs during an individual’s lifetime, during which they are exposed to a particular culture and learn how to adjust to it seamlessly. It is especially relevant in the context of growing up...

The Progressive Movement’s Fight Against Child Labor in the U.S.

Reform in American Society (1890–1920): Identifying Key Issues The Progressive Movement in the United States concentrated on tackling a wide variety of domestic concerns that were in desperate need of reform during the first two decades of the 20th century. The subject of age-inappropriate work shines out in particular during...

Historical and Social Science Perspectives on Voting Rights

Introduction The topic of voting rights is highly disputed and contentious, sparking debates regarding its consequences and the best courses of action. To develop a deeper comprehension of this matter, it’s beneficial to approach it from two perspectives: historical analysis and social science analysis. This dual approach offers a more...

The Intersection of Class and Education: Lessons from bell hooks

Key Insights and Moments from the Reading That Resonated The part of the reading Keeping Close to Home: Class and Education that resonated with me the most was the exploration of how socio-economic classes can influence educational attainment and the personal growth of an individual. Hooks’ account of her struggle...

Civil Disobedience and Its Impact on the Black Lives Matter Movement

The Effectiveness of Civil Disobedience as a Protest Strategy Historically, engaging in civil disobedience has been the strategy African American community members applied to attract attention to their issues, starting from the Civil Rights movement in the 1950s. Applying this strategy, the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement has managed to...

The Family as a Social Institution from Sociological Perspectives

Introduction Since the dawn of time, the institution of the family has been an indispensable part of society. It is a cornerstone of many cultures and has been for centuries. However, with the ever-changing nature of our world, there is a debate among sociologists about whether or not the family...

The Role of Social Construction in Shaping Identity Through Race, Gender, and Class

Introduction The social construction of reality can significantly impact how people shape their traditions and cultural aspects, which may interact through categories such as race, gender, or class. People’s social environment can shape how they perceive their environment and themselves. It is, therefore, essential to identify the critical features of...

Understanding Family Dynamics Through Sociological Theories, Race, and Social Change

Introduction I consider Structural Functionalism and Conflict Theory to be the two theories that help comprehend family dynamics. According to Structural Functionalism, each member plays a specific role for stability; my family has traditional roles that stabilize it and uphold gender norms. The other theory is conflict theory, which shows...

The Right to Life in Armed Conflicts: ECtHR’s Role in the Russia-Ukraine War

Introduction The selected research object reflects the human right to life in the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR). A narrow focus of research is the Russia-Ukraine armed conflict. Since the war initiated by Russia against Ukraine in 2022 is ongoing, all...

Effective Presentation Strategies: Analyzing “The Retirement Remedy” by Dan Casey

Introduction Most speakers are worried about the quality of their presentations. No one wants to make a presentation that will bore the audience or make it hard for them to understand its content. Consequently, speakers adopt various strategies like using visual aids, starting strong, and telling stories to hold the...

The Ethical Debate on Abortion: Moral, Legal, and Social Impacts

Introduction For many years, abortion has been a widely discussed issue in society, causing intense debate regarding its correctness and ethics. Many people argue that a woman has the right to make choices regarding her reproductive abilities. On the other hand, the public also insists that abortion is an immoral...

Prostitution Debate: Legalization vs. Prohibition and Global Stances

Introduction The debate around prostitution is one that has been ongoing for centuries. On the one hand, there are those who advocate for the legalization and regulation of prostitution, while on the other hand, there are those who believe that it should be outright prohibited. In this essay, I will...

Secularization Theory Through the Lens of Functionalism on the Role of Religion in Society

Introduction Today, there is agreement that secularization is of great importance and is a characteristic feature of modern society. It establishes that traditional religious symbols and values cannot function as a force uniting society and that science and technology play a decisive role in solving the problems that have arisen....

Sociological Themes and Functionalism in a Familiar Setting

Description of the Everyday Setting One of the examples from an everyday setting concerns social relationships and responsibilities within a family. More precisely, many parents give pocket money to their teenage children, but when the adolescents become adults, parents stop their financial support. This type of social change is common...

Government Censorship in China as a Violation of Free Speech Rights

Introduction Government censorship is a common problem in many modern countries. Severe regulation of the information space can negatively affect the capabilities of citizens. This trend has begun to spread rapidly due to globalization and widespread access to various information (Antwi-Boateng and Al Mazrouei 11). Thus, government regulators directly influence...

Importance of Voting: Civic Duty and Democratic Engagement

Voting is a right and an obligation of anyone aged eighteen and above. Many citizens neglect the opportunity to participate in selecting the new representatives of the power branch, which is not justified. Indeed, the right to vote is officially only a right, and no one can be made to...

Vocal Variety and Clear Delivery in Public Speaking

Introduction When speaking publicly, people are commonly interested in delivering a message clearly to reach their audience and maximize their communication goals. Despite the importance of the content of speech, its form is not less important because the quality of delivery determines the perception of the ideas and the impact...

The Unethical Tuskegee Experiment and Its Human Rights Violations

Overview of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study In 1932, the southern states were experiencing a syphilis pandemic that affected poor people the most. No one cared about impoverished and black people. Worse, physicians seemed unconcerned about their concerns. The medical profession blamed poverty-related ailments on “bad blood.” Wealthy patients received excessive...

The Civil Rights Movement: Struggle for Equality and Social Change in America

Introduction Since the post-war years in the United States, the problem of the struggle of African Americans for civil rights as a result of prolonged racial discrimination has been particularly acute. Many social barriers aimed at discriminating against black US citizens naturally provoked a backlash. As a result, this led...

Social Identity Theory and Its Biblical Implications

Introduction Social Identity Theory (SIT) is a psychological concept that proposes that individuals view themselves within the framework of the social groups they belong to or identify with. Social psychologists Henri Tajfel and John Turner created SIT in the 1970s. The theory suggests that humans have an inherent inclination to...

Breaking Social Norms: Coughing and Sneezing Etiquette

Introduction Social norms are an essential component of society that regulate the behavior of people and the relationship between them. Even though these are unwritten rules, everyone around the community expects all members of the community to adhere to them. I tried to break one of those social norms, which...

The Importance of Transitions in Crafting Coherent and Engaging Speeches

Introduction Transitions are crucial in speeches. They serve as bridges that connect different ideas, ensuring a smooth and coherent flow of information. Transitions linking concepts together help the audience follow the speaker’s thoughts without confusion or disarray. Without these transitions, speeches can feel disjointed and perplexing, leaving listeners struggling to...

Public Speaking Techniques (Ethos, Pathos, Logos) in Biden’s Uvalde Address

The Role of Rhetorical Devices in Speech When addressing critical issues, most public speakers rely on pathos, ethos, and logos in their speeches. This helps them to focus not only on the facts and statistics but also on the audience. For example, on May 24, 2022, President Joe Biden addressed...

Rhetorical Strategies of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X: A Comparative Analysis

Introduction In the United States, there was a lot of upheaval and development throughout the Civil Rights Movement. The two most important speeches from this time period were Malcolm X’s “The Ballot or the Bullet” and Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Letter from a Birmingham Jail.” Both lectures were crucial in...

The Ethical Debate on Abortion: Perspectives and Obligations

Introduction Abortion is among the most controversial topics that have been highly debated for hundreds of years. The ethical issue focuses on whether it should be permitted since it is the right to make a choice concerning one’s body or prohibited to save the life of an unborn. Thus, although...

Cultural Assimilation and Identity in Marie Myung-Ok Lee’s Eat Turkey, Become American

Introduction Every immigrant lives in a new country through the so-called “immigration process,” during which he realizes the transformations in his life due to environmental changes. It has been shown that the immigration process itself may result in several psychological issues, including loss and separation from one’s home and loved...

Mastering Active Listening for Better Communication and Relationships

Introduction Active listening is a valuable ability that may help us better comprehend and appreciate our interlocutors. Instead of waiting our turn to speak, active listening allows us to concentrate on what the other person is saying and understand their perspective. Aspects of Active Listening Paying Attention to Words and...

Effective Use of Transitions and Strong Speech Openings and Conclusions

Introduction Speeches can captivate, move, and impact their audience for the long term. A speech’s efficacy depends on several aspects, with the opening and conclusion being especially important in determining the listeners’ overall impression of the address. Through her personal experiences, Nora, a captivating speaker, leads audiences on a journey...

Supporting Adolescents Through Identity Crisis: Insights from Psychosocial Theories

Introduction Adolescence is one of the most challenging periods in young people’s and their parents’ lives. The main reason is the unstable psyche that undergoes the most significant changes and developments. This paper explores different psychosocial theories to suggest strategies for supporting a young person experiencing an identity crisis and...

Impact of Eye Contact in Group Dynamics and Non-Verbal Communication

Non-verbal communication is a fundamental skill of effective human contact and an essential component of interaction. Violation of the rules of eye contact is chosen for the aims of the project. One of the more frequent violations of this rule is the breach of the duration or intensity of the...

The Ethical Debate on Abortion: Perspectives and Moral Implications

Introduction Abortion has always been a disputable issue because of the numerous ethical issues associated with it. The parties supporting the legalization of the procedure and those insisting on its prohibition offer various arguments to support their claims. The moral permissibility of abortion depends on the perspective of the procedure...

US Immigration History: Chinese Exclusion Act and Policy Changes

Insights from Immigration History The massive influx of the Chinese into the USA in the mid-19th century during the gold rush era demonstrates how well news was transmitted even without modern technology. At the same time, the citizens of China will subsequently be banned from entering the country, legalized by...

Shifts in U.S. Immigration Policies: Historical and Political Influences

Introduction Shifts in immigration policies in the United States reflect the attitude toward refugees, asylum seekers, and foreign workers. It is necessary to assess how these changes come into existence, as society dictates their occurrence. American politics recently passed through a phase of major anti-immigration policies. The opposing parties aimed...

Understanding Gender Beyond the Binary: The Influence of Religion and Stereotypes

Introduction Gender can be misunderstood in many cases as a binary system of male and female. This misconception, however, may be exacerbated by the instruments of religious influence, which may inadvertently or purposefully create false perceptions. The study of gender stereotypes, religious myths, and the binary system can help to...

Book Bans in the United States as Threats to Intellectual Freedom

Introduction The United States, established on the standards of freedom and liberty, finds itself amid a concerning surge in the prohibition of books inside its school areas. A report by Pen America, a free speech organization, unveils the expanding censorship endeavors and their implications for gratis discourse and intellectual freedom....