University of Worcester

Research Question: To what extent has societal attitudes and values about the role of the domesticated dog changed in contemporary society? This report will reflect on the methodology of the pilot study conducted in response to the research question: ‘To what extent has societal attitudes and values about the role of the domesticated dog changed in contemporary society?’ It can be argued that the domestication of dogs has lead to them playing an important role in society. Owners within my...

To what extent are individuals creative actors who actively control the conditions of their lives? A case study of the Sociological problem of patriarchy and gender identity in the family sphere. Patriarchy was originally described by social anthropologists as the domination by the father within the family structure (Fulcher and Scott, 2011, p. 156). However, within the feminist literature there are different approaches to patriarchy. For example, Marxist feminists emphasise the interconnec...

What factors might explain the high attainment of British Chinese pupils? As a response to the poster presentation, the tutor advised that the incorporation of Butler’s (1997) notion of ‘performance’ and Youdell’s (2005) ‘performative habitus’ would be useful in explaining the high attainment of British Chinese pupils. Whilst both ‘performativity’ and ‘habitus’ were briefly acknowledged individually in the poster presentation, the correlation between the two was not.

To what extent does the media sensationalise negative stereotypes of ‘beauty’, in the context of female body image? Throughout history, the idea of ‘beautiful’ women is profound in the emergence of Feminism as a marketing strategy, through the proliferation of social media, advertising and female style magazines such as Cosmopolitan and Grazia. This literature review explores the turbulent nature of the idealised female body in Western culture and a combination of theoretical perspect...

How does the British media sensationalise moral panics, in the context of ‘White’ female offenders? A detailed dissertation essay, including methodology, findings and analysis. Along with counter arguments and a literature review for evidence and context.

Critical analysis of the predisposing, perpetuating, protective and precipitating factors associated with children's mental health difficulties. Utilising theory, literature and research to demonstrate early warning signs and symptoms of poor mental health in children.

These essays critically apply theory and literature to observations of children to demonstrate and highlight early warning signs of the deteriorating mental health of children and young people. It clearly evidences the need for observation, assessment and reflection in identifying needs and understanding the context of young children's behaviours.

Understanding Children's mental health development is dependent on adults' interpretation, understanding and knowledge of behaviours. Schools and Early years settings are instrumental in understanding and promoting children's mental health and well-being; this essay demonstrates the complex nature of the context for behaviour and how utilising child development and psychology theories can support early identification and intervention.

Theses notes will help health and social care professionals prepare for their jobs. It covers Multiple Sclerosis, signs/ symptoms, causes, as well as interventions and medications that may be used to support an individual with MS.

A set of notes on movement terminology

Essay as part requirement for the module domestic abuse in part with Criminology undergraduate degree.

Terrorism essay

Terrorism and extremism module requirement .

Based upon a sex offender and discusses rehabilitation strategies.

Essay exploring feminist perspectives and biological positivism in relation to contemporary society.

Requirement for first year assignment, written essay on the family and its links to crime.