Provides sociological definitions and views of the concept of family. Cautions that the traditional concept of family, while it may have been accurate for particular cultures at a particular time period, is one which was never applicable across all cultures and time periods. Contrasts examples from mainstream American culture with traditional Indian culture to illustrate this point. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Key historic figures involved in mental health labeling are identified and the writer presents some of the more common atrocities known to be found in the asylums of yesteryear.
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Bibliography lists 8 sources. A 5 page paper discussing divorce and its effects on children. Specifically contrasts the differences between its effect on younger children and on adolescents. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Paper is based on arguments made in two pertinent journal articles- each of which are cited in bibliography.