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Dynamics of Marriage and Family Systems, 2008.
Looks at three theories used in marriage and family therapy.
1,975 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 62.95
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This paper describes and compares three theories, which serve as the basis for successful intervention and therapy in the treatment of marriage and family systems: strategic communications (systemic), solution focused (constructivist) and object relations (psychodynamic) theories. The author uses the film "When a Man Loves a Woman", directed by Luis Mandoki (1994) as the case study. The paper analyzes this case study by means of the three theories.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Theories
Strategic Communications Theory
Solutions Focused Therapy
Object Relations
The Case Study
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"The dynamics of Alice's rehabilitation are those as experienced by families in the real world in the sense that it has a tendency to create a new social circle for the patient, separate and apart from the family co-counseling aspect of treatment. When the patient, the family, enters this new social realm of therapy and support within a group therapeutic setting, it leaves Alice's husband, Michael, feeling left out, inadequate because he cannot be the source of her healing, and jealous of Alice's trust and confidence in the group that she has by virtue of her disease now become a part of."
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Treatment of Depression, 2008.
An analysis of the past one hundred and fifty years of depression treatment and the options that are available in the present and may be available in the future.
26,040 words (approx. 104.2 pages), 94 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper analyzes the past, present and future treatments of depression. It analyzes what we have learned about the treatment of depression over the past 150 years and discusses today's methods of treatment. The paper discusses new age therapies and whether they are reliable in comparison to what they state to offer and compared to traditional treatment methods.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Chapter 1: Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Questions
Importance of Study
Scope of Study
Rationale of Study
Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature
Chapter 3: Methodology
Description of the Study Approach
Data-gathering Method and Database of Study
Chapter 4: Data Analysis
Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
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"The research showed that depression is a serious illness, associated with significant disability and decreased quality of life. Estimates of those with severe depression who die of suicide are as high as 15 percent, but the good news is, great advances have been made in both the treatment and public awareness of depression and its impact. Increased efforts are being made in the screening of depressed individuals, and in the empirical evaluation of treatment interventions. The research also showed that depression currently ranks fourth among the leading causes of disability worldwide and represents the most common mental health disorder of later life. The research also showed that depression accounts for significant economic burdens, increased mortality due to suicide and medical illnesses, and heightened family and social turmoil. As the world's population continues to age the burden attributable to depression is expected to increase. A growing body of research has also been found for the prediction of depression severity by cumulative exposure to acute and chronic stressors; furthermore, studies with diverse racial and ethnic groups has found that exposure to stressful experiences of discrimination is adversely related to psychological well-being."
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), 2008.
A discussion on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and its treatment therapies.
2,750 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 82.95
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This paper examines the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) by using gestalt and existential therapies as the basis for long-term success, and cognitive behavioral therapies to overcome single-cause or single-behavior problems in an effective and time-efficient manner. The paper points out that the choice of technique depends largely on the client's issues. The paper then explains that, by treating PTSD, which has been a recognized diagnostic category since 1980, one can reduce co-morbidities, persistent disability and inability to fit in with the rest of society.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Etiology for PTSD
Incidence and Prevalence
Treatment for PTSD
Treating the Rape Victim and Her Family
Treating GI Joe: PTSD Treatment for a Soldier Returned Home
Discussion
Conclusion
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"His daughter, Sarah, lived with her secret for two years. During that time, she exhibited classic symptoms of PTSD: she was argumentative, hostile, talked too much in school, and did not pay attention to her teachers. She was particularly truculent about gym participation (a trigger for PTSD symptoms).
"Sarah suffered from PTSD. Her symptoms were short-term ("acute distress") and long term (PTSD) (Harvey, 1998). According to Frank et al, there is a two-phase response to rape. The short-term response is depression, fear, anxiety and reduced social function."
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Management Theory, 2008.
A discussion on the evolution of schools of management theory.
1,760 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper explains that, ever since the beginning of studying management in the late 1800s, management theory has progressed through different schools. The paper describes decades of various management theories and suggests that the number of schools indicates that there is no agreement on the best strategy. The paper concludes that today managers have to deal with an entire corporate system rather than dealing with single parts; therefore, it is important to understand and strategically plan for a whole system by applying a balanced approach to management.
Table of Contents:
The Classical School
Scientific Management: 1880s
Administrative Management: 1940s
Bureaucratic Management: 1920s
The Behavioral School
Human Relations: 1930s
Behavioral Science: 1950s
The Quantitative School
Management Science and MIS: 1940s
Production and Operations Management: 1940s
Systems School: 1950s
Contingency School: 1970s
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"There was a group of experimenters, which included Clair Turner, Fritz J. Roethlisberger, and Elton Mayo, that began the Hawthorne Experiments in 1924, continuing them through the early 1930s. They concluded that workers' attitudes have a lot to do with their productivity. They also found that the workplace is a social place to be and that groups there were very influential on other workers' behavior. Supervision was also found to be important to job satisfaction. They concluded that workers and managers must cooperate and collaborate in order to achieve productivity."
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Adolescent Substance Abuse, 2008.
A research paper discussing the breadth and prevalence of adolescent substance abuse.
9,571 words (approx. 38.3 pages), 48 sources, MLA, $ 196.95
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In this research, the writer provides a general overview of adolescent substance abuse, followed by a discussion of some of the more salient societal implications involved. A description of the statistics concerning adolescent substance abuse and its incidence among various groups is followed by a discussion of social identity theory, group affiliation and their respective influence on adolescent substance abuse patterns. An analysis of some of the more common types of substances currently abused by American adolescents is then followed by a discussion of the various factors that have been shown to contribute to adolescent substance abuse behaviors as well as some behaviors that have been shown to mediate such risk.
Outline:
Introduction
General Overview
Types of Substances Typically Abused by Adolescents
Marijuana Use among Adolescents
Statistics/Incidence of Adolescent Substance Abuse
Societal Implications
Treatment Programs for Adolescent Substance Abuse, Including Effectiveness or Lack Thereof
Introduction
Family-Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
12-Step Programs
Motivational Interviewing
Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
Summary
Conclusions
Recommendations
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"Parents and other adult caregivers therefore stand out as the primary factors that can either contribute to the incidence of adolescent substance abuse or help encourage young people to avoid such behaviors. Parents can also influence adolescent substance abuse indirectly through their impact on peer group selection. Therefore, the relational patterns that exist within the family and peer group systems appear to represent an important consideration in the development of efficacious treatment protocols for adolescent substance abuse.
"Unfortunately, many young people come from homes where adult substance abuse is a matter of course, and it would appear reasonable to assert that such adults have little incentive or the resources they need to provide their children with the guidance they need during this formative period in their lives. Moreover, there was a distinct downward spiral quality to these behaviors that make early interventions absolutely critical because the more young people engage in such behaviors, the harder it is to effect change, not to mention the increased risk these young people run of becoming yet another grim statistic related to adolescent substance abuse in the United States today."
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Autism Interventions in the Classroom, 2008.
This paper looks at therapies and services for assisting autistic students.
1,110 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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In this article, the writer discusses how one may be an informed consumer of and referral sources for psychotherapy services for children on the autism spectrum. This work explores the basics of psychotherapy services, including the commonalities across different brands of therapy and the various venues of these services, such as community mental health center in Vermont and individual private practices. Further, the writer looks at what accommodations must be made in standard therapy approaches in order to be effective with an elementary school level of autistic student. This work describes how an educator would integrate this into current work.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Behavioral Interventions and Psychological Interventions
Interventions in the Classroom
Behavioral Therapy & Psychological Interventions
Summary & Conclusion
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"Social intervention includes teaching the child how to start a conversation and how to reply to others as well as how to close a conversation. Children with ASD need practice with social skills much the same as other students need to practice math or writing. The provision of step-by-steep instructions and exercises greatly assist the ASD child. Role-playing social interactions through use of a script with simple steps assist the ASD child in social interactions. Identification of opportunities that the ASD child can work in collaboration with another student is a great method for teaching social skills to the ASD child. The ASD child's effort may be offered support through designation of a helper and teaching the ASD child to become aware of the thoughts and feelings of others is very important."
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Efficacy of Court Ordered Substance Abuse Therapy, 2008.
A research paper that analyzes the efficacy of court ordered substance abuse treatment programs and the factors that influence them.
31,403 words (approx. 125.6 pages), 29 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This research paper focuses on the efficacy of the drug courts over the ten year period of change in the landscape that has impacted substance abuse treatment programs. It measures the impact, if any, that the changing landscape has had on these programs. The paper serves as a framework for an understanding and appreciation for the myriad of elements that serve as the impetus for drug abuse and discusses the issues and obstacles offenders face and must overcome in compliance with their court ordered treatment. It explores the impact of publicly and privately funded programs that provide treatment and support to individuals mandated into the programs by the drug courts.
Table of Contents:
CHAPTER 1: Introduction
Scope
Study Purpose
Background
Sensitizing Framework
Significance to Drug Court Judges
Significance to Substance Abuse Program Teams
CHAPTER 2: Research Question and Methodology
CHAPTER 3: Literature Review
Chapter One: Introduction
Chapter Two: Drug Courts: Treating Drug Abusers with the Law
The Drug Court Structure, Participants, Elements and Mission
Inside a Drug Court
Under the Influence of Addiction
Chapter Three: Mandatory Substance Abuse Treatment Programs
Chapter Four: Tools of the Court
Sentencing
Mandatory Drug Testing
Chapter Five: Identifying the Populations
Adult Male
Adult Female
Adolescents
A Common Thread
The Controversy
Chapter Six: Group Medical, Medicare, Medicaid, Cash and Managed Care
Chapter Seven: Program Availability
Chapter Eight: Analysis of Study Data
Chapter Nine: Summary and Conclusion
Recommendations Based on Findings
Acronyms and Definitions
Appendixes
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"Sally Satel (2000) writes that many diseases and afflictions are a manifestation of the living environment in which people live; and for that reason, it was inevitable that court ordered substance abuse treatment came about. Satel writes, ". . . it was inevitable that public health would overlap with public policy (p. 10)." With drug related crime at an all time high, and with the use and addiction to methamphetamines which has swept the country in the past decade, the inevitability has become a reality on a large scale. Unfortunately, the very services that moved from the dark side of society, where it was relegated to since the earliest history of mankind; and which during the late 1970s and 1980s moved to the forefront of medicine, psychiatric care and substance abuse, has now, even in face of the recognition for the dire need for those services, become near non-existent in for-profit health care and relegated to the spheres of community based services where is has become crippled as a viable service due to lack of funding from the public and government arenas where it now remains stagnant as a result of that lack of funding."
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The Maslow Hierarchy, 2008.
A discussion of Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs model and its role in an organization's success.
1,075 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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The paper discusses Maslow's concepts concerning employers' responsibilities to offer a work environment that motivates and encourages personnel to attain self-actualization. The paper relates that it is necessary to develop top-down employee communication programs that keep people aware of changes, the reasons for these changes, the impact on them and how their involvement is needed to implement the transitions. The paper further relates that providing information is different than providing knowledge. The paper explains that whether people receive information or knowledge is based on their location on the Maslow hierarchy, which can be determined through different means.
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"Despite the fact that Abraham Maslow developed his needs theory approximately 60 years ago, it is just as relevant today. Humans have personal needs that must be filled in order to reach the highest level of self-actualization. In order to best motivate their employees and to be the most competitive, organizations must consider this hierarchy of needs when developing strategies. One of the ways is to ensure that proper communication is provided to employees, especially in times of rapid change."
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The Body-Mind Relationship, 2008.
This paper studies the implications of biology in the treatment of mental health patients.
4,526 words (approx. 18.1 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 117.95
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The paper explores the biology of behavior, referring to neurophysiology, neurochemistry and hormonal influences as they contribute to the development of behavior, learning, memory, emotions and specific disorders. The paper discusses the disconnect between biology and psychology and the disturbing implications for mental health practice.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
Summary and Discussion
Conclusion
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"Over the course of the twentieth century, research into the development of the human mind has led to a more integral understanding of behavior, learning and cognition. Although the insight garnered through research has answered a number of pertinent questions, the reality is that this research has raised as many, if not more, questions than it is has answered. This is because as understanding of the human mind expands, the relationship between the body and the mind becomes more integrated and complex, requiring researchers to understand both dimensions of human existence in order to garner a complete comprehension of the human experience."
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Social Deviance, 2008.
This paper reviews theories of social deviance.
1,255 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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This paper defines social deviance as social behavior that is a recognized violation of societal norms. The category of formal deviation includes petite crime, assault, burglary, sexual crimes and other crimes, such as mass murder and terrorism. The paper describes the neutralization theory, Merton's strain theory and Rotter's social learning theory as they apply to various types of crimes. The paper concludes that, although different types of behavior are motivated by dissimilar sociological or psychological behaviors, different types of crimes can be explained by a combination of three to four deviant behavior theories.
From the Paper
"Although there have been several associations of crime with neutralization, but research results have leaned towards occasional crimes. Thus, petty crimes such as shoplifting, traffic offenses, and assault can be more readily explained through the neutralization theory. Neutralization seems especially appropriate for explaining accounts associated with minor law breaking. Shoplifting behaviors and traffic violations can also be linked to Neutralization. This is more appropriate because of the use of justifications typically present in minor law breaking, which are made by otherwise normal citizens."
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, 2008.
An outline of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and its treatment.
1,884 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 60.95
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The paper discusses the causes and effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as well as its treatment. The paper explains that this disorder results from a chemical imbalance in the brain and not merely from a traumatic experience.
Outline:
Introduction
Effects and Causes
Treatment
Conclusion
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"Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is an anxiety disorder that can develop after a terrifying event, where physical harm occurred. Some traumatic events may consist of violent personal assaults, natural or human-caused disasters, accidents, or military combat. The cause of post-traumatic stress disorder is unclear, however it is believed that chemicals or hormones released during a traumatic situation may cause long-term changes in the structures and functions of the brain."
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Illusion and Reality in "Araby", 2008.
This paper discusses the counter-themes of illusion and reality within James Joyce's short story "Araby".
1,185 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that in James Joyce's short story "Araby", the narrator's view of the world seems to be that it is a relatively mundane, routine and unexciting place except when interrupted by his adolescent sensual thoughts and therefore rises a fresh, new and exciting reason to hope, dream and fantasize beyond his usual and predictable home, school and church routine. The writer notes that Joyce develops within this story counter-themes of illusion and reality: the illusion on the boy's part of romantic love for "Mangan's sister" juxtaposed against the more mundane realities of his true everyday existence, including the reality that the boy's own actions and mobility are determined by others.
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"Soon the boy cannot extract his sensual images of Mangan's sister from his mind, even long enough to say his prayers. Thoughts of Mangan's sister interfere impede his concentration at school. Neither God nor his studies is in his own mind any match for Mangan's sister. Soon, and without understanding why, the picture inside his head of Mangan's sister, distorted or real, takes on iconic significance, substituting for reality in a way far more, in fact deliciously, exciting. However, by the end of the story, the young boy's reality, which has to do with acquiescing to priorities of those older than himself than it does fulfilling his own desires, pulls him back, and much-cherished hope of buying and presenting Mangan's sister with a special gift from Araby is destroyed by the simple fact that his uncle's tardiness has caused him to arrive to late to Araby to buy her a gift.
"When the boy becomes fascinated with Mangan's sister, his mind wanders far from his usual reality, which consists of school, church, home, and the authority of others - religious, parental, and otherwise."
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