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Women's Health, 2007.
This paper discusses women's health issues, focusing on the issue of oral contraceptives.
2,436 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 18 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the history of oral contraceptives in the United States and the world is one of many controversies. The writer points out that the fight by forward minded women and men, attempting to create a society where every child was a planned and welcomed member to a loving family, has been long and arduous and certainly is not over yet. The writer discusses that the issues surrounding oral contraceptives are varied but include perspectives of ethical/moral grounds, issues regarding the science of development, issues regarding pharmaceutical economics, issues regarding general economics such as access in underserved populations, and more common economic arguments about benefits versus cost. The writer concludes that future pharmacological research and development will continue to improve upon oral contraceptives, possibly further decreasing the unwanted side effects associated with the pill.
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"The draw to the pill as an effective form of contraception is often related of the ability to take the pill at any time, (providing that you take it around the same time every day) but that it can be separated from the act of sex, a common complaint by barrier contraceptive method users. Proper use of "the pill" as it is often called will create a situation of failure in only 1% of cases, though clinicians and manufacturers are careful to warn that if a pill is skipped ovulation can occur and that there are other medications that if taken in conjunction with the pill make it less effective, such as antibiotics. Another benefit of the pill is that it is relatively quick to take effect once the cycle of pills has been started, though this varies between different pill forms, with combined contraceptives, (estrogen and progesterone) the most common form taking about a week to take full effect and progesterone only pills (mini pills) taking only a few days. Lastly, the relatively quick manner in which the oral contraceptives leave the body, and therefore allow fertility again is another serious draw for use."
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Southern Women in Literature, 2007.
This paper analyzes the image of Southern women in the play "The Glass Menagerie" by Tennessee Williams and in the short story "A Rose for Emily" by William Faulkner.
1,665 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 30.95
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This paper explains that the Southern women in Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie" and William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily" are depicted as being delicate, sheltered and harboring unrealistic goals about themselves and their relationships with men. The author points out that, because of the culture of the South, marriage is so important that the female protagonists go to tremendous lengths to assure they are married or at least appear married or have a sweetheart. The paper relates that both women live in the past: Amanda is unable to cope with family members who continually abandon her; whereas, Emily is unable to cope with the idea that a man could actually leave her.
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"Both women are also clear martyrs. Emily gives up everything for the man she loves, even her sanity, and will not be forced to relinquish him. She is a true martyr who shuts herself off from the entire world when Homer refuses her. Amanda too is a martyr; she is a martyr to her children, who she gives up "everything" for, including her happiness. She says, "I've had to put up a solitary battle all these years. But you're my right-hand bower! Don't fall down, don't fail!" Both women place their fate in the hands of others. Amanda clings much too tightly to her children, while Emily clings ..."
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Gender Differences, 2007.
An analysis of cognitive theory and sociological theory and how they apply to gender differences.
1,157 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 21.95
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This paper discusses gender differences between men and women. It begins by differentiating sex from gender. It then details two of numerous theories about gender differences and classification: cognitive theory and sociological theory. The paper describes each theory and discusses how they can be practically applied to understand the differences between men and women.
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"Emotionally speaking, men and women deal with it in different ways. Men are generally aggressive while women are more naturally nurturing and strong in social memories. It is a common belief that men are less emotional than women and more inclined in logic and reason when dealing with decisions and every day life. Women, on the other hand, are more in tuned with their emotions like happiness, sadness and fear. They also express anxiety and depression feeling than men. Men appear adept at maximizing their hostility and anger, and at minimizing emotions to do with vulnerability, guilt, fear and hurt. These emotional dealings are because men and women are controlled by different areas of the brain. The DNA of the male and female form a different base upon which experience falls. Our genetic makeup causes information to be stored in a slightly different manner, integrated in a slightly different way, interacting internally in a different way ... all sufficient to produce the observed psychological differences."
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Cyber-Sex and Human Sexuality, 2007.
An analysis of Michael Ross' article, "Typing, Doing, and Being: Sexuality and the Internet", which discusses human sexuality and the Internet.
1,194 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper presents an examination of a scholarly article about one aspect of human sexuality. It specifically explores an article called "Typing, Doing, and Being: Sexuality and the Internet" written by Michael Ross, which discusses human sexuality and the Internet. The paper contains a copy of the article at the end of the paper.
Table of Contents:
The Article
The Facts Used
Reflection
From the Paper
"The Internet provides the forum for one person to have several different sexual personas with different ages, genders, preferences and desires."
"This has held true through other readings I have done in the past. In fact, news shows are constantly broadcasting the fact that people use the internet to pretend to be something other than what they are. An extreme example is that show that sets people up with a decoy and they believe they are coming to meet a 12-year-old girl and the cameras are waiting when they arrive."
"Outside of such illegal and immoral behaviors articles have supported the idea that the Internet is an alluring sex arena because it allows participants to "try on" various personas and act out their sexual fantasies while remaining safely hidden behind invented names, genders and pictures."
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Women in the Military, 2007.
This paper looks at women's role in the military.
1,957 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of women in history. Specifically, the paper discusses the problem of women in the military and offers a solution to the problem. The writer notes that traditionally, society views women as weaker than men, physically and emotionally, and so women are deemed unfit for combat. The writer looks at a variety of other reasons many people oppose women in the military. Further, the writer points out that women play a vital role in military operations, and have served in combat in many other countries (notably Israel), very successfully. The writer concludes that if women choose to join the military and play an active role in America's defense, they should be able to serve in combat or non-combat situations.
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"This is an issue for a number of reasons. First, many women want to serve their country and fight for it, rather than serve in behind the scenes functions. Second, because women do not serve in active combat roles in many areas of the armed forces, they do not face the threat of a draft, and many people feel that is unfair. More importantly, women in the military face several challenges their male counterparts do not face, such as pregnancy, menstruation, sexual harassment, the need to leave children at home for long periods of time, and gender issues. These issues can create emotional and physical barriers to a woman's performance, and they are perhaps the most contentious problems with women in the military."
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Post-Abortion Emotional Distress, 2007.
This paper evaluates current research from varying positions about the potential of post-abortion emotional distress.
1,105 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 21.95
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This paper reports that the demonstrative research associated with post-abortion emotional distress is clouded by ideologically driven bias. The author points out that more balanced research indicates that there are relatively few cases of extreme emotional distress post-abortion and often those extremes occur because of secondary causation such as high risk factors for emotional distress. The paper indicates (1) that post-abortion emotional complications can be dealt with similar to any other serious life stress emotional response and (2) that abortion gives woman access to intervention thus reducing potential stress from an unwanted pregnancy. The paper includes several long quotations.
Table of Contents:
The Abortion Debate
Divergent Opinions
Extreme Ideologies
Research on Post-Abortion Emotional Distress
Driven by Ideology
Consensus is Most Emotional Responses are Moderate
Post-Abortion Emotional Intervention
Environment of Abortion
Treatment should be as with Any Other Life Stressor
Unique Opportunity to Access
Conclusion
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"This trauma can then be dealt with in a logical and constructive manner, befitting any other stressful life event, such as the loss of a partner in a separation, being fired from a job or getting into a car accident. Depression, protracted grief or general feelings of guilt, when they occurs must be treated as a logical outgrowth of life stress not as a special case of social and emotional concern, because of the nature of the stress. Though this is not to say that the situation does not require consideration of emotions particular to the guilt, sadness and or feelings of abandonment that could be directly ..."
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Girl, Interrupted, 2007.
This paper provides an analysis of the film "Girl, Interrupted" of 1999.
1,249 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 23.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the film "Girl, Interrupted", which is based upon Susanna Kaysen's memoir of the same name. The writer notes that the film makes frequent use of the stock cliches of films representing female madness. The writer points out that the message of "Girl, Interrupted" is really that Susanna is an innocent and unjustly accused person, not that the way society treats the mentally disturbed is fundamentally cruel or inhumane. The writer maintains that the more stereotypical the representation of woman and madness, the more poignant Susanna's plight seems and the less her psychiatrists understand her.
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"The insanity of the therapists at the asylum is highlighted by the fact that the main problem Susanna's therapist has is that Susanna sleeps with her boyfriend and kisses an orderly while incarcerated. Susanna sees this as an act of proto-feminist defiance and points out that if she were a boy, she would not be labeled as promiscuous. Her stuffy therapist disapproves, of course, but the audience is meant to cheer. Obviously, the really crazy character is her uptight therapist, not the young woman. This is a fairly easy ideological victory for the film, as essentially it is penalizing the therapist for not embracing contemporary norms of female sexuality. What seemed abnormal for a girl in the 1960s is no longer abnormal today, but this says little about the so-called madness of the other characters. It merely states that some harmless behaviors were once called insane, even though the behavior of most of the inmates, like self-immolation, laxative abuse, and drug addiction, are not harmless."
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Gender Roles, 2006.
A review of gender roles through the ages.
2,169 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 37.95
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This paper reviews and discusses gender roles through the years. According to the paper, throughout history, gender roles have played a vital part in the shaping of Western society. This paper focuses on gender roles from the 1920's through today, and examines the sociological trends of these roles over time.
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"As in previous times of crisis, women found themselves again asked to go to work outside the home. With increased demand for weapon manufacturing, and with nearly ten million men overseas, it became clear that the role of women must change again. Instead of being icons for homesick soldiers, the women of WWII had to become factory workers. While women had been in the workforce previously, their role was often still as educators, retail sales personnel, and other non-tasking roles. For the first time, women were asked by their government to join the labor force as skilled laborers, welders, and other traditionally male roles (Rupp, 63)."
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Dating and Sexual Aggression, 2007.
A discussion on violence as it occurs in dating among young adults.
1,602 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 28.95
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This paper examines aggressive sexual behavior as it occurs in dating situations among young adults. The author presents salient statistics showing how widespread this problem is. The paper further describes the combinations of interactions in which dating violence may happen. The paper discusses dating violence toward boys, as well as girls.
Outline:
Dating Violence and Its Prevalence
Dating and Dating Violence, Sexual in Nature
Men Upset more by Sexual infidelity; Women, by Emotional Infidelity
Young Women at a Greater Risk of Victimization
A Most Fatal Consequence: STDs
But Boys Get Victimized, Too
From the Paper
" There is a difference in the motivation for aggression between the genders. Evolutionary psychology has argued that men are more upset by their partner's sexual infidelity than women are but that women are more upset by their partner's emotional infidelity than are men (Forbes 2005). It identified jealousy as the proximal cause of relationship violence. It would, then, expect men to engage in more frequent and severe relationship violence in response to sexual infidelity than to emotional infidelity. In contract, women would resort to more frequent and severe relationship violence on account of emotional infidelity (Forbes et al)."
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Hungry Girl is Dieting, 2007.
This paper provides an analysis of the "Hungry Girl" website that concerns female diet issues.
970 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 18.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the "Hungry Girl" website that is devoted to cataloging low-calorie products, diet advice, and other forms of information presumably of interest to female dieters. The writer notes that female thinness as a visual social value rather than a health issue is reinforced through every section of the site, specifically female thinness. The writer points out that the need for help in the pursuit of thinness is also important because the young, female website surfer might fall into a high-calorie craving trap. The writer concludes that the message of "Hungry Girl" is that women are supposed to be 'consumed' by thoughts of food, rather than consuming unapproved food and that they should wish to be thin for thinness' sake, not for health reasons..
From the Paper
"Female thinness as a visual social value rather than a health issue is reinforced through every section of the site, specifically female thinness. The need for help in the pursuit of thinness is important as well, because the young, female website surfer might fall into a high-calorie craving trap without Hungry Girl's 'nice' girlfriend-like advice, or keeping track of calories and Weight Watchers points. The female-focused nature of the site is obvious from its title, but also in terms of the foods stressed on the site, like chocolate, which presumably all females wish to consume around 'that time of the month.' Also, the target audience seems to be single females, given that almost all the recipes are in single servings, and seems unlikely to be palatable to anyone but a dieter."
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Disabilities and Sexuality, 2007.
This paper discusses women with disabilities and their sexuality.
1,754 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 31.95
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In this paper, the writer points out that women and their status in society are issues more seriously discussed today then ever before, but disabled women still have a long struggle to find dominant and powerful positions in different fields, in general, and with respect to their sexuality, in particular. The writer further points out that there are many issues that disabled women face but the issue of their sexuality is generally brushed under the carpet as they are stereotyped as asexual. They also suffer abuses because of lack of education or lack of rules and regulation in the institutional facilities. The writer concludes that the role of parent and immediate family is crucial as they should help family members with disabilities develop as normal beings instead of suppressing their sexualities. Further, the writer notes that society should play its role and activists must highlight such issues.
Outline:
Introduction
Human Need
Stereotypes
Research
Women in Institutions
Lack of Sex Education
The Laws & Society
Concept of Self
Conclusions
From the Paper
"Sexuality is not just about having or the ability to have physical intercourse but it also about being comfortable with one's own body and feminine side. It is about dressing up nicely, looking good, and admiring others and being admired. These are the basic human needs. Everyone wants to look good and feel god about oneself. Disabled women also have the right to develop a personal style without suppressing their desires and sexuality. They are also complete human beings. Their lives should not dependent on the wait for another meal in a day. We must recognize that just like eating, drinking and breathing, these women have their sexual needs as well which needs an outlet."
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Nursing and the Global Environment, 2007.
This paper discusses how major technological advances have affected healthcare administration.
2,174 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 37.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the topic of healthcare has become increasingly more popular as the world moves into the information age. The writer points out that there are now many more opportunities in healthcare administration than there once were, and that a great deal of these opportunities are now open to women. Further, the writer maintains that there are still people who have such a strong desire to help others that they will willingly take a job making a low salary because the other rewards they receive are so great. The writer argues that the main hope for the future of nursing lies in finding more of these kinds of people. They are certainly out there, and with the changing global environment it seems quite likely that more and more of them will be able to be found. The writer concludes that the global environment is a very good thing for nursing.
Outline:
Introduction
Women in the Healthcare Field
Alternative Medicine
The Need for Lifelong Learning
The Shortage of Nurses
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Women figure into the growing use of the Internet, as well. The Internet is out there to enlighten and empower consumers, and women are becoming very shrewd consumers. They like to read up on things, they like to know the facts...they want to be informed. Healthcare is especially important to women, who deal with healthcare not just for themselves, but often for their husband and children. They are very conscientious when it comes to their choice of a doctor or hospital, and they learn all they can before the appointment."
"Women who work in healthcare administration know this, because they have families too. The concerns of the wife and mother are the same concerns that these women have as well.
Now that women are starting to enter the field of healthcare administration in greater numbers, the marketing of healthcare will very likely change."
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Lysistrata and Oppian Law, 2007.
This article studies "Women Demonstrate against the Oppian Law" by Roman historian, Livy and "Lysistrata" by Aristophanes.
1,318 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of "Lysistrata" by Aristophanes and "Women Demonstrate against the Oppian Law" by Livy. Specifically, it discusses how Lysistrata and other women had the power to demand change in law and public policy. The writer notes that these pieces were written during times of strife and war in Greece and Rome. The writer points out that "Lysistrata" takes place during the Peloponnesian War, between 431 to 404 B.C.E., while "Women Demonstrate" was written in 195 B.C.E., just after the Second Punic War. "Lysistrata" never happened, but the Roman women's protest actually did occur. The writer concludes that both works indicate the power of women to sway their husbands and demand changes in the law.
From the Paper
"The story is simple. To end the Peloponnesian War, the women of Athens decide to give their husbands an ultimatum. They will not have sex with their husbands, or any man, until the men hurry up and end the war. In this excerpt, they meet with a Commissioner to tell him their demands. They are outrageous in the way they make their demands, but they make their point with the Commissioner. They argue effectively and with humor, while the Commissioner just manages to look buffoonish and incapable. The women clearly have the upper hand in this debate, and are much smarter than the men they argue with and subdue. The excerpt does not say if they win their battle, but it is difficult to imagine the men putting up with no sex for very long. "Lysistrata" is funny, but it makes a point. Women have brains, too, and want to be included in important decisions by the government. Pushing women aside, as the men of Athens and Rome did, can only lead to trouble in the end, as these two works clearly indicate."
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Hispanic Women and Religion, 2007.
This paper looks at the different ways in which religion plays a part in Hispanic society, particularly among the women.
943 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 18.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of Hispanic society and religion. Specifically, it discusses the various ways religion plays an active role in Hispanic society and the molding of women within the society. The writer notes that religion, specifically the Catholic religion, is a vital part for many in Hispanic society, and it has been for centuries. Further, the writer points out that religion plays an active role in Hispanic society by offering not only hope and faith for its members, but social opportunities for interaction, support, and comfort during times of need. The writer maintains that the Church plays a significant role in the fabric of Hispanic life, and without it, Hispanic society would crumble - they rely too much on the spiritual authority and guidance of the Church to help them through their daily lives. The writer concludes that they might take on another religion, but in their souls, most Hispanics will always hold the Catholic philosophy as their own to guide their way of life and their faith.
From the Paper
"First, it has been the religion of Latin America for centuries, since the Spanish Conquistadors first conquered Mexico in the late 1400s. Second, because the Church is organized on a parish system, the Church has locations throughout the Hispanic community neighborhoods, making it more accessible to the people in different Latino neighborhoods throughout larger communities. Puerto Rico is home to the oldest Catholic diocese in the New World, and today, there are nearly 3.5 million practicing Catholics in the country. Most homes contain a crucifix and other religious items, and religious festivals and observances are the backbone of culture and society in the country."
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