The Case for Gay Marriage
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This 7 page paper argues that gay marriage should be legalized and supported by society. Arguments against gay marriage are explored and objections are answered. Many issues are discussed inclusive of legal, financial and religious aspects. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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The Church and Homosexuality in Canadian Society
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An 8 page discussion of the gradual infiltration of homosexuality into Canadian society. The result has been the gradual acceptance of the gay lifestyle into even the most conservative aspects of society. This paper notes the role of gay activists, the media, and technologies such as the Internet, in effecting this infiltration. The contention is made that the Church should operate according to Biblical directive and not societal pressure. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPgayCan.rtf

The Death Of Gay Disco
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5 pages in length. Disco's resurgence in that late 1990s has fulfilled one of popular culture's perpetual prophecies: give a particular fad twenty five years to return and when it does, it will be hotter than the first time around. Portrayed as the heart and soul of the seventies, disco was more than just a dance phenomenon; rather it defined an entire generation. However, a particular element of that generation that was responsible for giving birth to disco is nowhere to be found amidst this revival. Peter Braunstein, author of the article entitled "The Last Days of Gay Disco: The Current Disco Revival Conceals Its Homo Soul," contends that gays and lesbians founded what has come to be the legacy of the seventies. No additional sources cited.
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The Debate About Excluding Homosexuality From The DSM
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This 10 page paper discusses the APA Board of Directors' decision to delete homosexuality from the DSM classification system. The events leading up to this decision, the reasons for the decision and the aftermath of it are discussed. There are two issues related to the controversy: one has to do with de-classifying homosexuality as a mental disorder or illness, though these arguments come mostly from specific lay groups; and the other has to do with leaving other classifications in the manual. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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The Evolution of Homosexuality
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This 17 page paper argues against evolutionary psychology, citing a theory by Stephen Jay Gould. Gould's ideas are discussed, as are the precepts of evolutionary psychology. Homosexuality is discussed in the context of the theories provided. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: SA128hom.rtf

The Evolution of the Conventional Family Unit: Structural and Parenting Style Considerations
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A 12 page discussion of the evolutionary changes the traditional family unit has undergone in the last thirty-five years. These changes affect not only how are families are structured but also how we parent our children. This paper addresses the applicability of the conventional stricter parenting style in the modern family, as well as such issues as whether homosexuals can be good parents and, in the single parent home, whether a mother can be a good father and a father a good mother. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PPparent.rtf

The History of Homosexuality
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A 5 page paper that provides a very selective look at essays presented in Duberman's (et al, Eds.) work Hidden from History: Reclaiming the Gay and Lesbian Past. This work demonstrates issues in Ancient Greece, 17th century Japan, 18th century England and 20the century America. No additional sources cited.
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The Rights of Homosexuals in the Workplace
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the situation as it exists concerning the rights of gays and lesbians in the workplace. The subjects of gay marriage, homosexuals as boy scout leaders, and health benefits for partners of spouses are all a part of the discussion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Role of Law as a Reflection of Social Change and Society’s Attitudes: Homosexual Rights and Euthanasia in The Netherlands
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This is a 9 page paper discussing how the homosexual right laws and euthanasia laws in The Netherlands reflect society’s attitudes. Two basic perspectives are considered in regards to the role of the law in society. One is that the role of the law is to reflect society’s attitudes and throughout the process of social change through history, so too will the law reflect these changes. On the other hand, some governments or countries believe that the role of the law is to force or control social change. In the latter case, the law may or may not change through the process of social change. In today’s society, laws generally reflect society’s attitudes and social change as can be seen in the constantly changing, amending, updating and reversal of many of the laws which used to be enforced. These transitions in the law as a reflection of social change can be seen in some of the recent changes in laws pertaining to homosexual partnerships and euthanasia in The Netherlands. Changes in the law reflect societal attitudes to the extent where countries which have changed their laws to suit society’s changing attitudes are seen as more open and accepting of societal changes than those which do not. There are also some countries in which the law remains a controlling force for social change as seen in the one child policy in China. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: TJlawsc2.rtf

The Social Development of Homosexuals Regarding 'Coming Out'
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10 pages in length. The social development of a homosexual person relies greatly on whether or not they choose to 'come out.' It is no secret that repressed feelings by trying to be something you are not (i.e., 'straight') can do more harm than good. This is a common choice for many homosexuals because they do not want to cause strife among their family members. But the problem herein lies in the fact that they are trying to be something they are not, which could serve only to arrest their social development. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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The Works of Adrienne Rich
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An 8 page paper describing Rich's influence on contemporary culture and poetry. The writer details Rich's views on patriarchy and how it reflects upon her lesbianism. Bibliography cites 10 sources.
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Treating Gay & Lesbian Patients In Therapy
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A thorough discussion on therapy for the gay and lesbian patients is explored in this 12 page paper. The subject of choosing a homosexual vs. heterosexual therapist is addressed. Specific guidelines useful to therapists treating patients with sexual identity issues are provided. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Gaylest.wps