A Multi-Dimensional Approach to the Multi-Dimensional Problem of Child Abuse
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This 60 page report discusses the existence of child abuse in the 21st century and suggests a research study related to home visitation intervention for the prevention of such abuse. A statement of the problem, its history, a literature review, the study, outcomes, and recommendations are included. It is a concern for all of society since: “Without early prevention, abused and neglected children do more poorly in school, are more likely to become teen parents, and abuse alcohol and drugs. They are also more likely to become criminals as adults and to suffer from chronic health problems.” Bibliography lists 32 sources.
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A Proposal for Combating Child Abuse
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This 5 page paper uses Florida as a sample state to institute a new program to combat child Abuse. A couple of counties are targeted to embrace a team approach which might help to alleviate the heavy work load taken on by social workers. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA004Fla.rtf

A Social History Of The Deaf
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of deaf culture. The history of how the deaf have been educated in the U.S. is explored. The controversy over inclusion is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Deafhist.wps

Abuse of the Elderly in Nursing Homes
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5 pages. Many times, abuse of the elderly is fraught at the hands of overstressed nursing home staffs that have too much work in a facility that does not have enough employees to get the work done. This is no excuse for abuse of the elderly; it is just an unfortunate fact in today's nursing home situation.Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAolds.rtf

Abuse within the Family
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This 3 page paper discusses the many types of abuse that occur within families, and ways to combat them; it also briefly discusses the history of anti-abuse legislation. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVAbuFam.rtf

Abused Women Who Kill
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This 20 page paper considers the issue of abused women who kill their abusers, and makes definitive assertions about the socioeconomic status and background of these women. This paper maintains that there is a correlation between socioeconomic and educational elements and the meeting of societal expectations, as well as the belief that women who are educationally or socioeconomically disadvantaged often express a sense of being "trapped." Bibliography lists 30 sources.
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Addressing Physical Abuse by the Child Aid Societies of Canada
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This 7 page paper focuses on how physical abuse is handled by children's service agencies in Canada. Various issues are explored inclusive of assessment and worker burnout. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA608Can.rtf

Adolescent Development
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10 pages in length. This paper discusses the importance of identity development in the role of adolescent development, as well as peer groups and sexual abuse problems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Adolescent Sexual Activity and Pregnancy
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A 6 page paper which examines two specific articles which address different aspects of adolescent sexual activity and pregnancy. The articles are "The first teenage pregnancy in the family: Does it affect mothers' parenting, attitudes, or mother-adolescent communication?" by Patricia L. East. and "Early adolescent sexual activity: A developmental study" by Les B. Whitbeck, Kevin A. Yoder, Dan R. Hoyt, and Rand D. Conger. Bibliography lists 1 additional source.
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Adopting Older Children
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This 5 page research paper explores the challenges and joys of adopting the older child. More challenges exist because these children have more memories to overcome. The writer explains the kinds of situations that become obstacles to the child and of which the adoptive parents need to be aware. Adopting infants is certainly easier but the writer contends there are joys as well as challenges in either case.
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Adoption
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A 4 page overview of adoption, legal issues, and opinions. Bibliography contains 5 sources.
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Adoption & Safe Families Act /Policy Analysis
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A 5 page research paper that provides a policy analysis of the Adoption and Safe Families Act of 1997 (ASFA). The writer examine the history, goals and implementation of this legislation and finds that the literature on this topic supports the conclusion that the ASFA has been very effective. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: khasfa.rtf