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Australian Family Law and Custody Concerns »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper covers this issue fully in addition to examining divorce issues and family violence. Changes in trends in divorce is the focus of this paper that looks at models like fifty-fifty parenting. Australia Family Law is discussed. Bibliography lists 14 sources. View Full Description
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“Shopping”: An Analysis of the Short Story by Joyce Carol Oates »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page analysis of the rocky relationship which exist between a mother and a teenage daughter. This relationship has been complicated by the divorce of the parents but it extends much further back into time than the divorce itself. On the outside, this is a story of a joyous outing between mother ... View Full Description
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Acceptance of Divorce, Culture Assimilation »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page research paper is in two sections. The first section deals with the social acceptance of divorce and whether or not this has changed in non-Western countries and the second section deals with the cultural assimilation of immigrants and their children. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Alimony, Divorce and the Effect on Income Tax »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This research paper will explain all about the income tax implications for those that are divorced, paying alimony or perhaps receiving alimony. It gives form information that you need for your tax returns and other very handy information. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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American Values: Ideal Cultural Values and Reality »

Number of pages 5

This is a 5 page paper discussing ideal cultural values of Americans in comparison with the standards of real American society. American’s cultural norms and values which are touted as ideal and as true American values often lead to ambiguity in the youth of the country when they view which values seem to be more ... View Full Description
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Anne Tyler/Women & Social Isolation »

Number of pages 9

A 9 page essay that discusses Anne Tyler's novels Celestial Navigation and Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant. Anne Tyler's novels have been described as "songs written in the key of hardship" (Patrick 24). In many of Tyler's narratives, her female protagonists are isolated, divorced from the company of other women, which denies them the sort ... View Full Description
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Are Adolescents of Divorce Harmed by the Marital Breakup? »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper examines research on this controversial topic. Research showing that marital breakups harm adolescents is shown as well as research demonstrating that divorce does little harm to children. The topic is discussed and the paper concludes that a variety of factors play a role in respect to outcome. Bibliography lists 3 ... View Full Description
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Attachment Theory, Divorce And The School Counselor »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page research paper that explores the topics of attachment theory and the effects of dis-attachment. Divorce is offered as a significant event in a child's life that results in disattachment from one parent. The writer posits that the school counselor must have a firm understanding of attachment theory and its effects in order ... View Full Description
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Attitudes to death »

Number of pages 5

A paper which looks at changing attitudes towards death and dying, and the way in which the concept of death is divorced from everyday life whilst it constitutes a primary focus of media entertainment. Bibliography lists 7 sources View Full Description
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C.S. Lewis/The Great Divorce »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page essay that summarizes and analyzes the plot and characterization used by C.S. Lewis in The Great Divorce, which is an allegorical fantasy that conveys Lewis’s take on theological truths in much the same way that Dante did in The Divine Comedy. No additional sources cited. View Full Description
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CASE STUDY: DEPENDENCY EXEMPTION »

Number of pages 5

This 5-page paper examines a case study regarding two divorced parents, their two children, and dependency exemptions under circumstances of joint custody. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Catholic Divorce and Annulment »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page research paper that looks at the issues of annulment and divorce from the perspective of Catholic theology. The writer demonstrates that these issues have caused a variety of opinions within the Church. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Causes/Effects of the High Divorce Rate »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper/essay that discusses the causes and negative effects of divorce. The writer puts this topic in historical context. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Changes In Parenting »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper. The writer presents an argument that parenting may have changed but it has not resulted in more well-adjusted children. The argument is based on two articles, Building Better Dads by Jerry Adler and There's No Place Like Work by Arlie Russell Hochschild along with divorce statistics. Both authors point out that ... View Full Description
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Children & Divorce »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research report examining the detrimental effects that divorce often has on children and adolescents. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Children and Divorce »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page discussion of the impacts of divorce on school-age children. Observes that the impacts of divorce on school-age children are negative overall. The degree of this impact, however, is largely dependent on a number of factors such as the degree of conflict which exists prior to and after the divorce, the ... View Full Description
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Children Of Broken Families: Contribution To Social Problems »

Number of pages 8

8 pages in length. Parents often do not comprehend the far-reaching effects their actions have upon their children; indeed, mothers and fathers may wrongly believe that some children are old enough to both understand and accept the concept of divorce, while the rest are too young to comprehend or be affected by its occurrence. ... View Full Description
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Commitment In Interpersonal/Sexual Relationships »

Number of pages 20

This 20 page paper explores the topics of commitment in interpersonal and commitment in sexual relationships beginning with an introduction to the concept of commitment – what is it, what does it mean in today's world, and the conclusions of two studies looking into commitment between dating couples. The writer then discuses the ethics of ... View Full Description
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Comparison of the Family and Gender Structures in the Yanomamo, the Aztec and the Modern American Families »

Number of pages 5

This is a 5 page paper comparing the gender and family structures of the Yanomamo, the Aztecs and modern Americans. The Yanomamo of the Brazilian rainforest, the Aztecs of Mexico and modern Americans all have traditionally different gender and family structures and roles but all also experienced shifts within their structures to adapt to new ... View Full Description
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Defining Sociology »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper arriving at a definition of sociology as the study of social order. It focuses on groups, but it also examines the behavior of individuals in a social context. Study of social conflict and social change are a part of sociology, but only as they apply to the study of ... View Full Description
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Diary of a Mad Black Woman/Film Review »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page film review/summation of Diary of a Mad Black Woman (directed by Darren Grant for Lions Gate, 2005). The writer argues that this film tries to be all things to all people. The film tries hard to be a comedy, as it features the outrageous performance of Tyler Perry, in drag, as the ... View Full Description
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Dimensions of Impact on Children of Divorced Families »

Number of pages 6

This is a 6 page paper that provides an overview of the impacts of divorce on children. Evidence for psychologically-damaging impacts is explored. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce / Causes & Effects »

Number of pages 4

In 4 pages, the author discusses the causes and effects of divorce. In today's society, divorce is more the norm than ever before. There are as many causes for divorce as there are people who divorce. Divorce itself is both a cause and an effect. There are many factors that contribute to ... View Full Description
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Divorce / Christian vs Marxist Views »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page paper that discusses Marxist and Christian views of divorce and the family. Specifically, the essay addresses the question of which of these two theories should be used to resolve the conflict surrounding divorce. The writer concludes that the Christian theory will resolve the conflict more effectively and offers support for this conclusion. ... View Full Description
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Divorce Among People Between the Ages of 25-35 »

Number of pages 11

An 11 page (10 pp. + 1 pg. outline) paper which examines why people of this age group divorce, with the emphasis primarily on the couples, not the children (although the effects on the children are discussed). Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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DIVORCE AND CHILDREN »

Number of pages 5

This paper examines theories pertaining to how long it takes for a child to recover from the divorce of his or her parents. The paper also discusses the theory that a divorce, no matter how amicable, is traumatic for the child. Some suggestions are made on how to make a divorce easier on a child. ... View Full Description
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Divorce And Its Impact On The Family »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper. What effect does divorce have on the children? This question has resulted in a long and heated debate and there are studies to support almost any position someone wants to take. This paper discusses the question and reports the research in America and elsewhere. The paper takes the form ... View Full Description
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Divorce And Juvenile Delinquency »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page paper. There has been a general consensus that there is a higher proportion of juvenile delinquency evident in broken homes. This essay discuses if this premise is correct. The three theoretical perspectives regarding delinquency are reported and discussed. Research with contradicting research is reported. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce in America »

Number of pages 24

This 24 page paper examines divorce in America with a focus on religion. A historical view is presented as well as research on social aspects of divorce in society. Socioeconomic issues are examined. Religion is discussed. A separate section analyzing biblical text is also included. Bibliography lists 12 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce in Families w/Special Needs Children »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper that examines divorce and looks specifically at factors that affect divorce in families with children who have special needs. This investigation of literature examines the effect of divorce on children’s physical and mental health; the importance of parents forging a new alliance that considers the welfare of the child, and ... View Full Description
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DIVORCE IRANIAN STYLE: HOSEINI »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses the filmwork on the documentary: Divorce Iranian Style. Review, critique and overview offered. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce Rate »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page causal essay that examines why the divorce rate in the United States has increased over the years. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce Rate Research Proposal »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of a research proposal on divorce rates. A problem statement and review of literature is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce verses Successful Marriage in the US, the UK, Russia, and China »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper contrasts these countries in terms of the number of successful marriages verses those that end in divorce. The contention is made that globalization has eroded traditional lifeways and mores and one result has been a radical increase in the number of divorces in the more technologically advanced countries. Bibliography ... View Full Description
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Divorce, Pro and Con »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that discusses divorce. What are the pros and cons of divorce in America? An examination of literature indicates that the negatives of divorce far outweigh the few positives. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce/3 Studies »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that summarizes and analyzes 3 studies dealing with divorce. Divorce has become commonplace in Western societies. The rationale behind divorce is that it is better for all parties involved, parents and children rather than having parents continue a dysfunctional relationship. This literature review briefly looks at three studies that examined ... View Full Description
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Divorce: A Primary Prevention Strategy »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page consideration of the factors that can lead to divorce. The author encourages the implementation of mandatory marriage preparation classes as a primary prevention strategy against divorce. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce: Causes and Impacts »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page discussion of divorce. The author addresses the importance of family structure and the factors that currently threaten that structure. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Divorce: Effects On Families »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. Whitehead's (1997) interpretation of the prevalence of divorce being another casualty of today's throwaway society is both astute and appropriate; that family dynamics also becomes a victim to this mentality is truly the most important argument of all when it comes to calculating the detrimental impact of divorce. View Full Description
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Divorce: Ideal Norms and Real Norms »

Number of pages 2

A 2 1/2 page paper which examines various aspects of society’s involvement with the condition of divorce. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Divorce: Impact Upon Children, Adults And Grandparents »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Divorce shatters individuals as well as entire families. From children to adults to grandparents, there is no one left unscathed by the devastating influence of divorce. The writer discusses that with all the subtle yet apparent components that ultimately lead up to the final split, it is relatively ... View Full Description
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Divorce: Single Parent or Two Parent Family Better »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper which examines how divorce affects children and basically whether a single parent or two parent family is better for children. The paper focuses on how a healthy two parent family is best. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Divorced Families v Nuclear Families »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which examines information regarding children from divorced families and children from nuclear families. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Elderly Divorce »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that discuses the sociological and psychological issues involved with divorce among the elderly. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Erikson's Stages - Self-Analysis »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper that begins with a little background about how Erikson differs from both Freud and Piaget. The essay is a self-analysis of a 32-year old woman with one child going through a nasty divorce while furthering her education. The paper discusses three stages, 5, 6 and 7 and explains how this ... View Full Description
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Does Divorce Affect The Children? - Literature Review »

Number of pages 18

18 pages in length. Divorce is the ugly reality of a failed marital union between two people; when children are involved, the ugliness is compounded by the pain they experience at the demise of their family unit. Toddler, adolescent or adult, divorce hits children hard at any age and leaves a list ... View Full Description
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Does Divorce or Disruption in Family Structure During Adolescence Have a Detrimental Effect on Development? »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page consideration of how family disruption affects adolescents. This paper contends that, despite arguments to the contrary, disruptions in family structure such as those associated with divorce can have both short and long-term impacts. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Effects Of Divorce On Children »

Number of pages 9

How humans act based on their interactions with others is what defines the parameters of their collective reality and causes the individual to find that his or her separate existence is essentially defined by a combination of the repressive aspects of society in conflict with individual desires. This 9 page paper argues that the effects of divorce on children, while ... View Full Description
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Effects Of Divorce On Children And Adolescents »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page paper that explores the research addressing the effects of divorce on American children and adolescents. Data included regarding rates of divorce and number of children affected. Research is contradictory regarding the effects of divorce on children but most researchers conclude there are any number of negative effects on children ranging from ... View Full Description
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