HIV/AIDS: psychological factors relating to health promotion and public relations campaigns
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A paper which considers the psychological aspects of HIV/AIDS, and how these might be taken into account in health promotion and public health campaigns. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: JLaids3.rtf

Home HIV Testing: An Issue of Patient Privacy
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A 7 page overview of the controversy surrounding home testing for HIV. Identifies AIDS, and HIV) as a tragic disease for which there are tragic consequences both epidemiologically and sociologically. Contends that because of the social stigma which all too often results with the disease and the insecurity of medical records in general, home testing is not an option but a necessity. Concludes that while what is really needed is stricter regulation at the federal level ensuring the privacy of medical records, that regulation is slow in coming and therefore home testing is a needed option. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPHIVtst.wps

Homophobia in Society Analyzed
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This 8 page research paper examines the continued (and socially-acceptable) practice of homophobia. Specifically considered are lack of homosexual tolerance exhibited by the religious community, in the military in the workplace, in the classroom, in the entertainment industry, and in professional sports, and attempts to draw conclusions why blatant homophobia continues to be accepted. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: Homosoc.wps

Homosexual Experiences And Demographics
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11 pages in length. The writer provides a brief critique and a lengthier comparative between the author's findings and what others have had to say. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCHomoD.rtf

Homosexual Interview
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A 6 page paper which presents an interview with a homosexual. Issues addressed include making the choice, if it is a choice, reactions from society, friends, co-workers, attitudes about relationships, experiences in relationships, and grief mention of legal concerns. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAinterhmo.wps

Homosexual Parenting: Pros & Cons
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19 pages in length. People from all walks of life must endure social intolerance at one time or another; however, certain groups face prejudicial persecution on a regular basis. What is the answer for gays and lesbians who want to raise children beneath a homosexual umbrella that would bring a sense of peace and equity amidst the tenets of sexual discrimination? Many claim it is too much to hope for that social bias begin to wane in exchange for a more understanding and open-minded world, especially what lies at the foundation of all intolerance is a combination of fear and ignorance, an alliance that not only precludes the chance for security and peace but one that also encourages just the opposite. Understanding the extent to which more states allow homosexual parenting than those that do not is an important realization when examining which way the pendulum is currently swinging. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: TLCHomoPr.rtf

Homosexuality
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A 5 page paper which presents, summarizes, and analyzes three different articles which deal with the issue of homosexuality. The articles are as follows : "Sex differences in attitudes toward gay men and lesbians: a multidimensional perspective" by Lisa LaMar and Mary Kite; "Birth order in homosexual versus heterosexual sex offenders against children, pubescents, and adults" by Ray Blanchard and Anthony F. Bogaert; and "Homosexual Demography: Implications for the Spread of AIDS" by Christopher Hewitt. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAfaxhomo.wps

Homosexuality and Medical Sociology
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A 4 page discussion of several key points relating to homosexuality and how it concerns medical sociology. Because homosexuality introduces certain risk factors homosexuals must take certain precautions. The medical environment, however, is often reluctant to openly acknowledge those risk factors or the precautions that must be taken. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPgayMed.rtf

Homosexuality and the Catholic Church
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A 5 page acknowledgment that although homosexuality has been around since the dawn of time, the practice is viewed differently according to the societal context. While homosexuality is gradually becoming a more and more commonly accepted component of our society, the Catholic Church remains one of the staunchest opponents to homosexuality. Church doctrines are based upon Biblical scripture which condemns homosexuality. The homosexual, like the murderer or the adulterer, is accepted by the Church but the practice of homosexuality, which the Church views as not only aberrant but in direct conflict with Biblical directive, is banned. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPgayChr.rtf