The world was initially inhabited by women, an assertion controversially posited in the why women should rule the world article by Nuwan Senaratna. The sexes differentiation came about as a result of the English language which was not yet conceived when women were the ones who ruled the world and men were not in existence[…]
“Why Humans Run the World” by Yuval Noah Harari recounts the history of human dominance over the world and the creation of complex contemporary cultures. In contrast to what it was before, it is true that humans are living in a frightening error, full of fiction and lies. To explain this fact, Harari uses various[…]
There are a variety of different factors which have to be considered when observing how Indigenous populations managed to exert agency in defiance of Spanish Imperial control. It can be considered that the most crucial elements which allowed for the autonomy of native populations included the use of indigenious skilled-labourers to convert and construct the[…]
Abstract The pre-modern teachings impact modern behavior and conformity standards that are expected in the community. The paper takes into account studies that explore the role of pre-modern teachings in shaping the current globalized world. For instance, the study of Ban Zhao as a philosopher helped many understand how traditional cultural values impact present societal[…]
Sherry Turkle, author of No Need to Call, is the Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology and has received a doctorate from Harvard in sociology and personality psychology. With these credentials, Turkle is well equipped to handle the occasionally daunting issue of technology’s effects on people. Her piece is certainly stirring; however, it[…]
In social work, it is often argued that the motivation to join the course and career in the field of social work is often driven by service to the people as opposed to monetary rewards. That is why being aware of social outcomes and values and the right attitude is of paramount importance. Therefore, having[…]
In the entire American history, there have been significant incremental improvements in citizen’s lives both domestically and socially. The lives of the Americans have changed significantly due to the revolutions which had an objective of advocating for the rights of the people. In this regard, there have been affirmative and transformative actions which have made[…]
Overview Racism generally refers to the dominance of a group of people belonging to a specific race and believed to be the majority over the minority race. Racism usually occurs at three levels, that is microlevel, mesolevel, and macro level. At the micro-level, racism occurs between the individuals; institutions are the main components in the[…]
History and importance of human subject protection I found out that human research subject protection has developed over the last 50 years. It first came into being as Nuremberg Code to try Nazi war criminals. I found out that after world war two, doctors conducted scientific and medical experiments on the concentration of camp prisoners,[…]
Most people link the period between childhood and teenage years with innocence and pureness. On the other hand, individuals view youths and young adults as delinquent, troublesome, and deviant. When individuals become youths, they tend to divert from society’s rules, laws, and norms. In today’s modern world, youths are increasingly associated with various problems and[…]
Introduction Hosting a peaceful and successful teen party can be quite a hectic task, but if you know how to plan for it can be blast! You want to ensure the party is fun but at the same time you also want to ensure that there is decorum without killing the mood and the vibe[…]
Core values are an essential part of what defines a person in terms of the individual identity as well as their professional identity. They are a set of fundamental beliefs or ideals that a person has, that define the way the person acts in their life (Your Dictionary, 2021). They help people in identifying actions[…]
Modes of persuasion depend on the character of the speaker, framing the audience to a state of mind and lastly proofing through the speech itself (Jowett & O’Donnell, 2006). This essay analyses how ethos, logos and pathos have been used in the assigned reading. Ethos is a persuasion mode that deals with the character of the[…]
While the year 2020 was to mark the beginning of restructuring the widening inequality gaps, Instead, the world woke up to the realization of a devastating pandemic. Besides deepening the existing inequalities, the pandemic exposes the widening social, political, and psycho-social impacts. Studies show that minority groups, given their social and economic lifestyles characterized by[…]
Masculinity is a form of gender that is most seen as an identity for the average male–a set of attributes, behaviors, and roles that are generally associated with boys and men. It is commonly defined as a form of power and the expectancy to be both tough and able to suppress emotions other than anger[…]
Abstract This paper highlights and discusses various ways of enhancing social support services to older adults in Canada. The paper, in addition, addresses various Barriers to effective social support and ways of overcoming. Some of the discussed issues include seniors’ access to healthcare, housing, gaming activities and social supervisory services. There have been international concerns[…]
Introduction Abortion is one of the most sensitive topics among people across the world. In simple terms, abortion is a procedure of terminating a pregnancy using medication or surgery, either in the first trimester or further along in the pregnancy (Beckman, 2017, p. 101). Some people advocate for the practice, while others condemn the practice based[…]
Human Perception varies with knowledge and is closely related to the cultural and social considerations of the individual who holds a particular picture. It significantly influences peoples’ mental maps of their geographical areas. Every person has his or her own different perception of the environment but only a few people impact on the rest. However,[…]
Thesis Statement Media images of frozen bodies and desperate souls underscore the awful implications of homelessness in our societies, but do little to shed light on the causes and solutions to this important issue. In reality, homelessness is a critical issue that affects several communities, and is driven by a range of causes. In previous[…]
This essay commences by communicating a definition of the concept of globalisation, with all three of its domains explored, before then subsequently proceeding to elucidating how it impacts upon children and the implications it has on those that work with young children such as practitioners, childcare workers and other ancillary staff. Although the section which[…]
From an employee perspective, leadership style implies the total pattern of leaders’ actions. It showcases the leaders’ philosophy, attitudes, and skills in practice. Leadership is a dynamic practice, and it transforms to cope with changing needs in the organization. This assignment will explore three significant forms of leadership comprising democratic, task-oriented, and laissez-faire. Additionally, the[…]
Article: Mazrekaj, D., De Witte, K., & Cabus, S. (2020). School outcomes of children raised by same-sex parents: Evidence from administrative panel data. American Sociological Review, 85(5), 830–856. The article under review is about the school outcomes of children raised by same-sex parents. Proponents of marriage equality have gained recent victories by being permitted to adopt children.[…]
Morality is a concept that can differ from society to society, depending on what perceptions held by people in the community. For instance, an action that is deemed right in one community might not necessarily hold for another society (Travis 86). The fact that people have divergent opinions on the view of life is what[…]
Good is a word that is commonly used among people in society. However, dissecting the meaning and detailed aspects of the use of this word brings forth some other uncertain nature of the word. Moore (2013) argued that “good” is a generally indefinable word. First and foremost, the first argument on the definition of “good”[…]