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Postnatal Depression and Social Support, 2008.
This paper explores the literature on the connection between support processes and postnatal depression.
1,051 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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The paper looks at various studies about postnatal depression that highlight the need for stronger social networks and access to support, especially for women who are disenfranchised, such as minorities, low socioeconomic women and unmarried and young mothers. The paper discusses studies that show how the postnatal period is an essential one for social support and intervention not only for the sake of the mother, but for the immediate and future health of the child.
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"In Parker et al. there is a lengthy discussion about postnatal depression and the fact that the phenomena is not one disease with a single set of symptoms, instead it is a depressive disorder of varied degrees, symptoms and affects, ranging from getting the postpartum "blues" to postnatal depression and lastly to a set of psychosis that is associated with extreme mood swings and harmful even homicidal thoughts. According to this extensive assessment of the group of mood disorders the best treatment begins with reducing stress, allowing for social support and creating a restful environment for the mother, including allowing the mother to sleep for longer intervals."
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Coverture: Control Over Gender, 2008.
A discussion on how coverture delineated the role of men and women in society.
1,904 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper describes how coverture delineated men's place in society from women's place in society. The paper also explains that coverture was a form of social control over gender, rather than an efficient manner in which to organize society. The paper does show, however, that although coverture was patronizing and discriminatory, women in practice were able to use the doctrine to protect themselves, and even as a tool of social empowerment or revenge against their husbands.
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"Coverture is the legal concept that man and wife are one, and that a woman's property becomes the property of her husband, upon their union, with some exceptions. Upon its surface, it seems to be a blatant way of controlling women as legal persons, however, it might be more apt to say that its origins in ancient times are linked to the concept that women are not adult 'persons' at all, but rather function as chattel or children. "The legal precedents for discrimination against women date back to the beginnings of Western law itself" ("Up from Coverture," Time Magazine, 1972, p.1)."
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Gender-Based Sexual Inequality, 2008.
This paper discusses gender-based inequality, focusing on sexual inequality.
1,363 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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In this article, the writer notes that gender equality in the United States has achieved tremendous strides, particularly since the middle of the last century. However, the writer discusses that the gender-based double moral standard for sexual conduct is one specific component of sexual inequality that remains a fixture, even in the 21st century, throughout most of American society. The writer argues that the gender-based sexual double standard is logically indefensible on any level. The writer concludes that it persists throughout most of American culture, and sadly, its manifestations in the Western World are infinitely more benign than the cruelty it inspires elsewhere.
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Introduction
Thesis
Argument
Conclusion
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"It is an attitude that survives virtually intact despite all the other very substantial areas of progress defined and enforced by the weight of constitutional law. In large part, it is likely due, precisely, to the fact that it is a function of social mores that are primarily perpetuated from generation to generation and the fact that they are not associated with any quantifiable deprivation of rights or conduct that is addressable by rules of law.
"Besides the degree to which logically-sound moral and intellectual criticism of this aspect of American culture suggest the need for change, there are also significant social consequences to gender-based sexual morality that affect men and society as a whole, in addition to the obvious ramifications to women in American society."
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"Trifles", 2008.
An examination of the content and message of Susan Glaspell's play, "Trifles."
1,114 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper discusses Susan Glaspell's work, "Trifles." It argues that the play is a powerful feminist text that draws attention to the destructive effect that the strict and coercive roles the women have to play in a society, have on their inner lives. The paper describes the content of the play and the message that Glaspell tries to convey through her work.
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"The play thus emphasizes the importance of the neglected "trifles" of the women's inner lives, which seem unimportant, as they produce no obvious effect on the outer reality. John Wright is described as a good man through the eyes of society, but the women intuitively perceive his coldness and heartlessness, which for them is equal to murder: "Yes -- good; he didn't drink, and kept his word as well as most, I guess, and paid his debts. But he was a hard man, Mrs. Peters. Just to pass the time of day with him -- [Shivers.] Like a raw wind that gets to the bone."(Glaspell) Wright performs well in society, but the women understand the chilling, murdering effect such a man would have on the joy of life. The women's experience is thus seen almost as a common block: all go through a "different kind of the same thing': "I know how things can be -- for women. I tell you, it's queer, Mrs. Peters. We live close together and we live far apart. We all go through the same things -- it's all just a different kind of the same thing."(Glaspell) Thus, the division of the two worlds, the masculine and the feminine appears to be irreconcilable, as the many men have yet to understand the subtleties of life."
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Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, 2008.
This paper looks at the achievements of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
1,826 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 58.95
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The paper discusses the appointment and unanimous confirmation of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor to the Supreme Court. The paper shows how O'Connor demonstrated the fact that women, especially women of caliber, had every right to come and go from the workplace without sanction. The paper also looks at how O'Connor was integral to several monumental court decisions. The paper concludes that O'Connor proved her worth as a justice and demonstrated immense skill in the resolution of extremely difficult legal questions posed to the court.
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"Traditionally nominations to the supreme court have been a very political act of the executive branch of government, as it is a singular power of the president that frequently goes by with only limited challenges from congress and the nomination if approved is a nomination for life, unless the justice chooses to step down. The legacy, therefore of the Supreme Court appointment can be long and prosperous for a president as they tend to seek out candidates who share commonalities with themselves and their political party and the opportunity of a president to nominate a Supreme Court Justice does not come frequently due to the length of the office."
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Gender and Sexuality in Medieval Literature, 2008.
The paper examines women and sexuality in Giovanni Boccaccio's "The Decameron" and Visnu Sarma's "The Pancantantra."
1,799 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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The paper presents the hypothesis that, contrary to the opinions of several modern historians, the writings of Giovanni Boccaccio's "The Decameron" and Visnu Sarma's "The Pancantantra" represent accurate medieval thought regarding the status and treacherous nature of women. The paper shows how there are vast similarities between the women portrayed in Boccacio's work and those portrayed in "The Panchantantra", with both presenting a decidedly male perspective. The paper relates that the Panchantantra is stronger evidence that these attitudes prevailed in society and were not merely the views of the author himself.
Outline:
Boccacio: An Exploration in Florence, Italy
Sexuality in the Panchantantra
Conclusion
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"Giovanni Bocaccio lived in the early to mid 1300s. He was embroiled in the precarious glory that embodied the city of Florence, Italy during that time. Boccacio's works provide the reader with a candid glimpse of politics, morality, and gender roles of the time. There are several differences between beliefs about sexuality in Boccacio's time and in the modern era.
"The first difference is the modern stereotype that males are more likely to experience insatiable sexual desire than women. During the Middle Ages, it was believed that women were much more susceptible to sexual desire than men. Men were considered to be more rational and closer to the spiritual realm than women. Women were considered to be carnal and materialistic, even if they were nuns."
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"Phenomenal Woman", 2008.
An analysis of Maya Angelou's celebration of womanhood and blackness in "Phenomenal Woman".
3,111 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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The paper discusses how Maya Angelou in her four-poem collection "Phenomenal Woman" reflects the same enthusiasm for the self and elation that is present in the works of the American national poet, Walt Whitman. The paper analyzes how Angelou makes an unforgettable statement in favor of the belief in the self as the most important creed in the lives of black women. The paper portrays how Angelou's poetry is an art and an important teaching, with almost healing properties for the black audience that has to live under the shadow of the oppressive past.
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"Maya Angelou's short collection of poetry, entitled Phenomenal Woman: Four Poems Celebrating Women, is, as the subtitle indicates, a celebration of womanhood. Angelou's poetry breathes forth the same enthusiasm for the self and the same elation that is present in the works of the American national poet, Walt Whitman. Just as Whitman sings the national self as well as the transcendent self in all its possible forms, Angelou sings her pride of being an Afro- American woman. Her poetry has obvious social and feminist implications, but at the same time, a transcendent meaning and a universal message are inherent in the poems."
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Color Doppler, 2008.
This paper looks at the role of color Doppler sonography in the diagnosis of endometrial malignancies.
1,276 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This research concentrates on the use of color Doppler sonography when diagnosing endometrial malignancies. The writer looks at how color Doppler sonography is the most effective method of identifying malignancies within the reproductive organs including the uterus.
The writer explains that this is because color Doppler sonography allows physicians to distinguish benign masses from malignant masses more easily than do traditional ultrasound, endovaginal ultrasound and transvaginal sonography techniques. T
Outline:
Introduction
Endometrial Malignancy Overview
Causes of EM and Risk Factors
Symptoms and Manifestations of EM
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"As with many malignancies or cancers of the genital tract or reproductive system, manifestation or symptoms of endometrial malignancies often are mistaken for symptoms of other common problems. Women with endometrial malignancies often do not seek treatment immediately because they believe their symptoms to be the result of some other ailment, even common problems like yeast infections (Birnbaum, 1991). Unfortunately such assumptions on behalf of the patient or by doctors can be deadly. This is one reason all symptoms, regardless of their severity, should be reported to a professional as soon as possible for evaluation and treatment recommendations.
"Symptoms of endometrial malignancies may include changes in vaginal discharge, discharge accompanied by strong odors, pain in the abdomen or pelvis and other symptoms, symptoms that often mimic those of other diseases."
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Single African-American Mothers, 2008.
A review of the social welfare aspects of of the Great Society and the Welfare Reform Act of 1996 with regard to single African-American mothers.
1,922 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper reviews two approaches in social work to single African-American mothers and poverty. The first approach, practiced during the "Great Society" era of the 1960s and 1970s, focused on state-provided welfare, housing and other assistance for single African-American mothers and their families. The second era, starting with the Welfare Reform Act of 1996, focused on integrating poor African-American mothers into the workforce, and providing support services to insure that those mothers could support their children, learn a trade, and become self-supporting. Specifically, this paper presents a sociologically-oriented study of both approaches, establishing what works and why, and what elements can be improved. The paper discusses the two programs in three parts: (1) it explains the goals and implementation of the Great Society program, (2) it explains the goals and implementation of the Welfare Reform Act, and (3) it compares and contrasts the two programs, with a sociological analysis of the outcomes and consequences for social workers.
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Introduction
The Great Society: Goals and Implementation
Background and Purpose of the Great Society
Actual Implementation
The Social Challenge: Needed Assistance Wasn't Available
Welfare Reform Act, 1996
Background
Concerns about TANF and Current Welfare Programs
Conclusion
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"The ambitious programs called on a significant increase in social workers. At the time, there were only 2,000 social workers in HEW, but the need was estimated at 35,000 in order to implement the imperatives of the CAP and the "War on Poverty." The predictable result was that many of the new hires had no experience, academic or working, in social work. By the time of the renewal of the act, in 1967, Congress attempted to modify the AFDC, or Aid to Families with Dependent Children, portion of the act in order to address concerns about absent fathers. The perverse effect was that those who had a father present were penalized, while those who were single mothers without an actual, even common-law, husband found their welfare payments reduced. In addition, AFDC provisions paid single mothers additional monthly amounts for each new child. The result was that, by 1970, poverty had been reduced, but the rate of single-parent families increased substantially."
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Women and Wisdom in the Old Testament, 2008.
A study of some cases in the Old Testament where women are associated with divine wisdom and understanding.
2,531 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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This paper investigates the exact type of wisdom that was granted to certain women in the Bible, and how they achieved important things through their wisdom. The writer discusses how Michal, through her wisdom, saves the life of her husband David and how Israel is saved from the Moabites through the wisdom and actions of Deborah and Jael. The writer also relates that the two unnamed wise women in the second book of Samuel who persuade the leaders of enemy armies not to attack Israel by quoting old proverbs may point to the existence of an actual class of wise women in ancient Israelite society. Finally, the writer points out that the fact that wisdom is personified as a woman in the book of Proverbs throws some light on the other references to wisdom and women in the Old Testament, as it shows that women were associated with a high spiritual power, an attribute of God himself.
From the Paper
"Deborah acts here as a divine prophetess who is advised in her actions by God himself, and Jael as the instrument through which these actions are completed. The fact that they both are women is significant in more ways than one: first of all, this points to the complete triumph of the people of Israel, and implicitly of their God and religion over the Moabites and their gods. The morale of the narrative is obviously that the strength of Israel comes from their spirituality, and this is why they are apt to vanquish their enemies without using force or weapons. Women, who are not usually associated with physical strength or with warring skills act here as the perfect instrument for the delivery of Israel: they indicate the spiritual, religious force of Israel that makes it triumph over the other peoples of the Earth."
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