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"A Man Named Dave", 2008.
A personal reaction to the book, "A Man Named Dave," written by Dave Pelzer.
1,426 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses the two main reactions that the writer of the paper had after working through "A Man Named Dave," written by Dave Pelzer. The paper describes events that happened in the writer's life that he was reminded of when reading "A Man Named Dave." The paper also briefly touches on the possible relationship between special education needs and abused children.
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"One day we were playing a game of "horse" on a playground about two blocks from Billy's house. I didn't know that his dad had told him he could not leave the yard, but in this case he had tagged along with his big brother and was watching all of us shoot baskets, and it seemed real innocent. Billy wanted to be like us; he loved sports, and though he wasn't very good, he tried real hard. He had physical and emotional limitations, I could tell. We were having fun - until Billy's dad pulled up in his black SUV on the street next to the playground. We knew that car. And we all new how violent the dad was. His dad left the car running, got out, and opened the back door. We stopped shooting baskets and watched his dad pull a very wide belt out of the back seat. It looked like one of those old fashioned belts that barber shops used to sharpen their razors. If you've ever been in an old-fashioned barbershop you know the kind."
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Friends with Benefits, 2008.
A discussion of the positive and negative effects of a "friends with benefits" relationship.
2,653 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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The paper discusses the term, "friends With benefits" that is used with a tongue-in-cheek attitude. The paper states that it has been downplayed as a fun type of relationship precluding the commitment level of a more serious attachment. The paper confirms that it is a sexual relationship between friends, without the time or emotional commitment of a romantic relationship and is seen as including all the fun of a sexual relationship without the commitment. The paper warns that it has also not been recognized that the consequences of such a lack of commitment could be both emotionally and physically harmful, which is particularly so among the young and inexperienced. This paper explores the nature of the "friends with benefits" phenomenon and its possible consequences; both positive and negative together with its manifestations among the very young and young adults, with recommendations on how harm could be minimized.
Outline:
Literature Review
Theoretical Application
Implications
Conclusion
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"According to Murphy (2005), the phrase was coined around 1995, and popularized by an Alanis Morrisette song. The concept has subsequently been implemented by the young generation in their 20s, and further popularized by the media in shows such as Sex and the City (with the term "fuck buddy") and more recently Boston Legal. Murphy further notes however that, as mentioned above, the dangers of the practice have started to make themselves clear in the lives and environment of people in high schools and even in junior high schools. Indeed, the "benefits" include enjoying the physical pleasure of sex without the premature burden of responsibility and commitment, and also a form of sexual empowerment for girls. Benedict Carey (2007) holds that the perceived benefits of such a relationship relates to the fact that the friendship adds an element of longevity that is absent from a fling or a one-night stand. It also provides a sense of companionship that is generally absent from other brief sexual encounters and generally only comes with a longer-term commitment."
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Childhood and Adolescent ADD, 2008.
A review of childhood and adolescent ADD and ADHD and later alcoholism and drug dependency.
1,437 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses attention deficit disorder, or ADD, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, and states that they are increasingly frequent problems occurring among today's youth. The paper then discusses how individuals with ADD or ADHD face elevated risks of drug and alcohol abuse because of not only their behavioral problems, but also the physical and psychological conditions associated with the attention disorders themselves. In addition, the paper describes the aspects of ADD and ADHDH that promote conflict and enhance the situations that can lead to substance abuse.
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"Interestingly, the various profiles associated with attention deficit disorders seem each in its own way to produce the same result of increased risk of substance abuse in adolescence and adulthood. Those diagnosed with ADHD-IA are characterized largely by the sluggish processing of information, a behavioral and cognitive realty that leads directly to academic problems and difficulties with peers. In contrast, those diagnosed with ADHD-HI and ADHD-C will make careless mistakes, impulsively break rules, or do other things which may bring them into direct conflict with authority figures and peers. Each of these difficulties can be seen as a potential for future substance abuse because each one in some way relates to the idea of excess stress, or possible feelings of helplessness or persecution."
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Adolescence and Identity: A Case Study, 2008.
A case study of the identity issues facing an adolescent boy, Sammy.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 52.95
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The paper describes how, for Sammy, an individual between childhood and adulthood, life seems to lack meaning. The paper relates that Sammy doesn't know who he is, he has a low opinion of himself and his abilities and he has a lot of anger inside that he doesn't know how to express in a productive way. The paper focuses on three areas: how Sammy can find out who he is, how he can improve his self-esteem and how he and his parents can improve their relationship especially in the area of conflict management.
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"Adolescence is a time for transformation. During the teen years, the child transforms him or herself into an adult. It is not an easy time, and when you think about it, the task is huge. The individual often doesn't know what to expect. A sense of identity is not yet fully developed. Although the person has lots of strong feelings and emotions to deal with, he or she may not understand them very well, which makes it harder to grow and change."
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Substance Abuse and Poisoning, 2008.
This paper addresses the problems of substance abuse and poisoning.
1,998 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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The paper discusses the abuse of alcohol, marijuana and tobacco and describes the alarming increase in the use of prescription-type of psychotherapeutic drugs for non-medical uses. The paper looks at the abuse of volatile substances such as hydrocarbons, paints, gases, air fresheners and adhesives. The paper then considers solutions and approaches to these problems.
Outline:
The Substance Abuse Problem
Volatile Substance Abuse and Poisoning Problem
Proposed Solutions and Approaches to These Problems
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"Chairman and President of the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at the Columbia University Joseph A. Califano, Jr. called for a down-the-line and complete change not only in attitudes towards substance abuse and addition (Manchikanti 2007). He also called for a radical change in the nation's systems in healthcare, criminal justice, social service and education in addressing the drug abuse issue. He backed his position up with the statistical revelation on the stealthily rising incidence in prescription drug abuse. This, he said, was the hidden reality to the publicized success in the control of alcohol and illicit drug use and the decrease in the incidence in teen smoking, the abuse and addiction to controlled prescriptions and stimulants. He stressed that prescription drug abuse had accounted for increasing emergency hospital visits and unintentional deaths (Manchikanti)."
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TV Commercials and Children, 2008.
A review of the effects of television commercials on the eating habits of children.
892 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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The paper discusses surveys which study the effect of TV commercials on children. The paper relates that the food industry has increased its advertising to all ages, including children, which is having a negative impact on their health. The paper suggests that companies should be held responsible for their influence on children, or at least present a more rounded view of food and nutrition. The paper also states that children have been bombarded by food marketing, which has resulted in higher rates of obesity. The paper ,after referring to various situations, concludes that a relationship has been found between television commercials and eating.
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"A similar study was conducted in Europe, where children do not eat enough fruit and vegetables and where exposure to TV is negatively associated with the intake of these foods. This study by Klepp et. al. (2007) explored exposure to food commercials on TV in nine European countries with approximately 12, 750 children to determine the association between this exposure and attitudes toward eating fruits and vegetables. The authors state that the children report exposure more to more unhealthy foods than healthy ones such as fruits and vegetables. However, those who were exposed to fruit and vegetable TV ads were much more positively disposed toward eating these foods. These findings point to the important, and more positive, role that TV could play in supporting healthy eating messages."
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