Deviant Behavior & The Power of Labeling
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A 4 page research paper that examines the use of labeling and how it relates to what is considered to be deviant behavior. For instance, the writer points out that if a woman grows herbs, blends them into creams and potions, and sells them on the open market today, she is considered an astute businesswoman in the booming business of natural homeopathic remedies. If a woman did exactly the same thing three hundred years ago, she'd have been burned or hung as a witch. The writer demonstrates how the same concept can be applied to conceptions of mental illness, drugs, and sexual deviance. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Gary M. Katz's Article on 'Conformity, Status, and Rejection of the Deviant'
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A 3 page essay discussing the 1982 article by Gary M. Katz on the 'high-status' versus the 'low- status' deviant and the 'acceptability' of both. No additional sources cited.
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Organized Crime & Theories of Deviance
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The theory of differential association is used to explain deviance in the Gambino crime family. This 6 page paper explores theories of deviance and criminology as applied to organized crime in general. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Social Theories of Deviance
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A 1998 article that depicts a crime is analyzed in this 6 page paper that discusses both anomie and social strain theories. Other concepts such as the decline of family values, are also included. Recommendations are made. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Theories of Deviance & Criminology
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This 10 page paper includes a fictitious case study of an individual who was arrested for possession of marijuana with the intent to sell. After a brief description of the case, and a discussion on fourth amendment rights, the paper delves into sociological theories which focus on criminology, after an overview on deviance. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Does Elevated Job Stress Affect Smoking Levels?
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A 70 page expanded version of a much smaller paper researching the hypothesis that smokers in high-stress jobs tend to smoke more in response to stress than do smokers in jobs with lower stress levels. Though there was no existing research with which to guide the study, it still obtains solid and statistically valid results that unquestioningly prove that a smoker's response to a high-stress job is that of smoking more than usual. Existing literature emphasizes the relationship between stress and depression, and also that between smoking and depression. Biochemical and psychological research has concluded that there is a strong relationship between smoking and clinical depression, though it is unclear which contributes to the other. This survey does not specifically address depression, but it does give valuable insight to the relationship of stress-related smoking and workplace stress. Includes 4 charts and 4 tables. Bibliography lists 72 sources.
Filename: KSstress.doc

The Cost Of Depression
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It is a somewhat obvious observation that there are many levels and types of cost associated with depression. The financial aspects reach into almost every aspect of life for the individual, businesses and the nation. The emotional cost is also of extreme importance, however, is not easily measured or compensated. This 7 page paper asserts that the influences on the cost of depression are so varied for each individual and every situation that it is difficult to put a price tag on the diagnosis, treatment and repercussions of this debilitating disease and it's consequences. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Fatherhood in the 1990s
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An 8 page research paper that examines the sociological debate that current surrounds the topic of fatherhood. The writer first examines the writing of David Popenoe who maintains that fathers have suffered a severe loss of status in modern society and advocates a renewed emphasis on traditional family structure and values. Popenoe's views are then contrasted and compared to others who have a different perspective on this topic. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Counseling Of Rape Victims
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10 pages in length. Professional counseling and support groups are essential for those who have suffered sexual assault. Rape victims have a great deal of emotional and psychological issues to process, and these often cannot be accomplished without the intervention of trained counselors. The writer discusses the various benefits of rape counseling, as well as addresses underlying issues concerning why some people refuse to seek counseling. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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