Antigone, written by the great philosopher Sophocles around BC 440, may seem to be a simple tragic story at first glance, but upon deeper scrutiny, it reveals itself to be a labyrinth of ambiguity and basic characteristics of humanity. Antigone, the protagonist of Antigone, is an over-confident, determined girl who is the “glue” of her […]
Inspiration can come from anything, but one of the most frequently used sources is the past. Pulling successful aspects of previous creations allows for the new artist to mold their own unique version. This is especially true for writers and playwrights. During the renaissance period playwrights primarily took influences from classical Greek and Roman theater […]
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Get startedI am having problems with boundaries with my daughter Overall, she is a good girl, but she has 21 years rude attitude driving me crazy. (short laugh) makes me frustrating T1: It is sound like you have a difficult time with your daughter. In the same time, you include RUDE ATTITUDE could explain or give […]
I loved the Instant Family movie! It reminded me of my family’s fostering process, which has been one of the most emotional and rewarding experiences of our lives. I liked how the movie portrayed the difficulties of fostering in a positive and humorous way. I want all my friends and family to watch Instant Family […]
2001 as cited in Poverty and Single Parenting: Relations with Preschoolers’ Cortisol and Effortful Control). Families living in poverty are much more likely to be headed by single parents (Brooks-Gunn & Duncan, 1997 as cited in Poverty and Single Parenting: Relations with Preschoolers’ Cortisol and Effortful Control). The effects of poverty have an impact on […]
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) may be a frightening disease that has impacts on the entire family (Koujalgi, 2015). The disorder can be scary, frustrating and exhausting for all members of the family, friends and care providers. But an essential thing to recall is that while OCD is a chronic illness, it can be treatable, and […]
The complexities of social interaction within one’s familial unit have been the focus of artistic works and philosophical contemplation for millennia. The conflicts, resolutions, and compromises that make day to day life possible also determine the overall nature of the group’s relationship. In the works of Fences by August Wilson and Death of a Salesman […]
Substance abuse has detrimental impact on the functioning of the family depending on the severity of the abuse. Many individual are living in families where one or both family members abuse drugs and thus do not focus on the underlying important family values that need to be developed in improving the overall focus of the […]
In the play Fences by August Wilson, we continue to see examples of Troy hurting the people closest to him. He neglects to show that he cares about his wife, rolls, his brother Gabriel and his son Cory. Troy had nothing to go on but the harsh example set by his father and this is […]
Primarily, gender identity is the term people use to describe themselves as a male or a female, and it is the way society identifies individuals based on knowledge of biology and the human body. Along with those come to these understandings, society has certain expectations regarding behaviors, roles, and norms during everyone’s everyday lives (Juergensmeyer […]
Introduction The American family happens to be a rapidly changing institution. It is unlikely that one may find themselves in the stereotypical American family comprising of two parents and children. In this case, the father works whereas the mother takes care of the household. However, many women have joined the workforce, there has been a […]
Every family has their eccentricity. Jeannette lived a challenging lifestyle because her mother, Rose Mary, and father, Rex Walls, were cruel to her and her siblings. By analyzing their characteristics, character development, and finding the irony in The Glass Castle, by Jeannette Walls, readers are able to better understand how the story unfolds. Jeannette is […]
Though marriage today is considered the highest expression of love two people can share, for many centuries love and marriage had no relation to each other at all. While marriage in the twenty-first century is thought of as a commitment between two equals seeking love and happiness, Medea and Metamorphoses reveal a depiction of marriage […]
Everyone brings Backpacks, notebooks, folders, No. 2 pencils with them when they come to school. But I am different from all of my classmates because in my case, I bring two extra accessories with taking to school every day. These are my lovey parents because my dad and mom both are my teacher’s school. So […]
Socioeconomic status can lead into teenage pregnancy that which can affect ones higher education Out of all the things I utterly loathe, waking up and rolling out of bed early in the morning for something I completely have no interest in is definitely on top of that list. I was raised in a small desert […]
Organizations meet different cultures when expanding their business to various regions around the world. The success of a business in an unfamiliar geographic location depends on their understanding of any local culture, which helps people effectively deal with business partners. China is one of the utmost lucrative markets in the world that have attracted many […]
I watched My Big Fat Greek Wedding (Goetsman, Hanks, Wilson, & Zwick, 2002). It demonstrated the power of social influence in many different ways. We especially see the power of social influence at work in Toula’s life. She is an unmarried, 30-year-old Greek woman. Toula felt the power of social influence when she chose to […]
Women before the French Revolution had limited rights and followed traditional roles in a society governed by men. During the Revolution, progressive thinkers declared the rights of man, inspiring women to stand up for their rights by attempting to declare “Les droits des femmes.” Although these declarations caused women to protest, they were unsuccessful, and […]
Juvenile delinquency is a complex issue that does not have one single cause. Juveniles may be motivated by external and internal factors such as peer pressure or a mental illness. One major factor though that can influence a juvenile in their conscious decision to take part in delinquency is the family. Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train […]
Juvenile delinquency is a raised issue that impacts societies and generations. The transition from childhood to adulthood is like a rollercoaster because many young people are going through changes biologically, psychologically, and sociologically. Throughout this process, many young people fall into to the trap of becoming a juvenile delinquent. The significance in studying juvenile delinquency […]
A critical issue, perhaps most injurious to our futures, involves the criminal tendencies of our youth. Juvenile delinquency is without a doubt one of the most crucial topics that we face in our society today. Children and teens do not only shape our future, but will also pave the footsteps for future generations. What prompts […]
Single Parent Household Some social influences include diminished social capital for children, education, social economic factors, possible health and psychological concerns, the banning of fathers, and abuse of mothers. This article provides the reasons of why single parents kids struggle the most in finding success. Applications will be presented that describe impacts of single-parent households […]
For many people, individual dreams and goals develop from adolescence, and evolve into something more feasible, as responsibilities and the onset of reality arise. The influence of these dreams can be different for every person, depending on how elaborate their ambitions may be, and the circumstances which they face in their lives. The play “A […]
Not everyone has the opportunity to live in house filled with joy and laughter, nor are they able to live with a forever family. Countless of kids weren’t fortunate to be able to have parents to care for them, so they were forced to either find relatives or be put into Foster Care homes. These […]
There are nearly 438,000 children navigating the turbulent waters that is the foster care system in the United States. The same system which can be argued is a broken system. These children are typically bounced from foster home to foster home, for years at a time, suffering countless traumas both physically and emotionally while waiting […]
Aging out is a term used to describe foster youth who turns the age of 18, the child goes from being a part of the foster system to being on their own (Munson et al., 2013, p. 921). Foster youth aging out of the system must accomplish tasks that other children do not face. Most […]
According to the state the age where someone may receive the legal rights and responsibility of an adult is at 18. Many debate on what the age of responsibility should be , the age where someone may receive all the rights the government offers for an adult. The age of responsibility that has been put […]
Some socio-cultural factors like culture and schooling/education can shape one’s perspective on gender roles they take upon and social perception of them. Growing up in a conservative culture teaches a girl her inconveniences compared to a boy. Notwithstanding, independence doesn’t come without the price of being educated in a society built upon years of misogyny […]
As the old saying goes, it takes two to tango. So, why is it that it only takes one to choose life or termination? As a step mother and being married to a man that feels trapped after being forced into fatherhood can give great insight to the heartache, injustice, and lack of choice that […]
