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Feminism: Perspectives, Stereotypes/Misperceptions and Social Implications

Women's Issues, Women's Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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In this book the authors present current research in the study of feminism. Topics discussed in this compilation include the feminist focus on women and substance abuse treatment; the question of whether or not purely female societies can truly exist; women in elite positions within medicine; black women and their situation of discrimination and vulnerability…
Urban and Rural Poverty: Prevalence, Reduction Strategies and Challenges

Hunger and Poverty: Causes, Impacts and Eradication, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Urban and Rural Poverty: Prevalence, Reduction Strategies and Challenges opens with a review of urban poverty in Bangladesh, analysing socioeconomic aspects of the marginal poor under three headings: migration and the urban poor, household characteristics, and neighborhood characteristics. Next, the authors investigate the extent of poverty in rural and urban Nigeria between 2004 and 2010.…
Young and Old in the United States: Selected Population Reports of Nonmarital Births, Baby Boomers and Seniors

Social Issues, Justice and Status, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Although nonmarital births (i.e., births to unmarried women) are not a new phenomenon, their impact on families has not diminished and there is much agreement that the complexity of modern family relationships and living arrangements may further complicate the well-being of children born to unwed mothers. This book analyzes the trends in nonmarital childbearing, discusses…
Venezuela: Conditions, Issues and U.S. Relations

Latin American Political, Economic and Security Issues, Latino American Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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While historically the United States has had close relations with Venezuela, a major oil supplier, friction in bilateral relations rose under the leftist populist government of President Hugo Chávez (1999-2013), who died in March 2013 after battling cancer for almost two years. U.S. policymakers and Members of Congress have had concerns for a number of…
Chinese Public Pensions Analyzed by OLG Models

China in Transition, Asian and Asian-American Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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This book investigates the urban and rural public pension systems in China with overlapping-generations (OLG) models. This book is composed of three parts. Part one analyzes the urban public pension system, part two explores the rural public pension system, and part three discusses some possible public pension systems. It is difficult to find a book…
Young Workers in the Shadow of the Great Recession: Analysis and Perspectives

Business Issues, Competition and Entrepreneurship, Youth Culture, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Young adults in the United States have experienced higher rates of unemployment and lower rates of labor force participation than the general population for at least two decades. The Great Recession exacerbated this phenomenon. Despite a substantial labor market recovery from 2009 through 2014, vulnerable populations—including the nation’s young adults—continue to experience higher rates of…
Cultures of the World: Past, Present and Future

Cultural Studies in the Third Millennium - New in 2018, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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The opening chapter delves into the cultural roots and historical backgrounds of Chinese parents, giving insight into their behaviour, the effects of this behaviour on the teachers, cultural clashes caused in Australia, and the influences of the parent-teacher interactions in the schools, the local community and also the culture of Australia. Recommendations are also made.…
Victorian Gender Ideology and Literature

Women's Issues, Women's Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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The origins of discrimination against women date back to ancient times. Throughout history, women have been exploited sexually, physically, economically, and socially under the shadow of patriarchal doctrines. Religion, tradition and the codes of morality have been misused to ensure the slavery of women. Although today the social and economic status of women is better…
The Other Side of Italy: Immigration in a Changing Country

Immigration in the 21st Century: Political, Social and Economic Issues, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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In Italy, the rate of foreign immigration is among one of the major cultural shifts after World War II. Increased immigration rates account not only for people fleeing from countries during the war or times of unstable political situations (170,000 in 2014), but also for people relocating for work or family-related reasons. The immigrants were…
The Suffragette: The History of the Women’s Militant Suffrage Movement 1905-1910

Women's Issues, Political Science and History, Women's Studies
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In 1903, Emmeline Pankhurst founded the Women’s Social and Political Union, a militant organization dedicated to achieving women’s suffrage. Its radical approach, consisting of stone-throwing, window-breaking, arson, and physical confrontation with authorities. The History of the Women’s Suffrage was written at a time when it was in the very forefront of British politics and offers…
Women Veterans: Trauma-Informed Care and Homeless Assistance

Military and Veteran Issues, Women's Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Trauma-Informed Care for Women Veterans Experiencing Homelessness was commissioned by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Women’s Bureau (WB) as one of its many efforts to help women veterans who are experiencing homelessness find jobs and successfully reintegrate back to civilian life. This guide was created to address the psychological and mental health needs of…
Ethnic and Cultural Identity: Perceptions, Discrimination and Social Challenges

Focus on Civilizations and Cultures, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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This book provides the latest research in ethnic and cultural identity. The first chapter examines the relationship between ethnic identity, culture, body dissatisfaction and related disorder eating behaviors among diverse ethnic groups of adolescent and young female adults. The second chapter discusses migrants’ perceptions of intergroup relations and ethnic group statue in the host society.…
Encyclopedia of Cuba

Latin American Political, Economic and Security Issues, Latino American Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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This encyclopedia presents important research on Cuba. Some of the topics discussed herein include Cuba’s policies and relations with the United States; Cuba broadcasting; human rights; offshore oil development; legislative restrictions limiting the normalization of relations; and the reengagement of detainees formerly held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. (Imprint: Nova)
Native Americans: Cultural Diversity, Health Issues and Challenges

Focus on Civilizations and Cultures, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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The first chapter of this book traces the rise of the idea of Manifest Destiny, showing how it contributed to the historical traumatization experienced by Native American tribes during an initial period in U.S. history (1790-1890). Illustrations of renewal and revitalization among present-day Native Americans, and an interpretation of their wider significance for our contemporary…
Combat Service Opportunities for Women: Expansion and Progress Issues

Women's Issues, Women's Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Over the past two decades of conflict, women have served with valor and continue to serve on combat aircraft, naval vessels, and in support of ground combat operations. The expansion of roles for women in the armed forces has evolved since the early days of the military when women were restricted by law and policy…
Cultural Competence: Elements, Developments and Emerging Trends

Focus on Civilizations and Cultures, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Cultural competence and responsiveness are considered essential for classroom teachers who teach diverse groups of students. Teacher training programs have tremendous opportunities to develop the cultural competence of pre-service teachers in the classroom, in the field, and as ongoing professional development. The first chapter of this book explores pre-service teachers’ perceptions of their needs in…
Urbanization and Tourism Development in China

Asian and Asian-American Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tourism and Hospitality, Industries, Business and Economics, Social Sciences
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The Chinese government incorporated tourism and urbanization as a key component for economic and social development in the Five-Year National Plan. This book starts with a general introduction to the concept of urbanization and tourism development in the global environment. This is followed by a discussion of urbanization in China and the Guangdong province. Chapter…
Large Scale Systemic Change: Theories, Modelling and Practices

Business Issues, Competition and Entrepreneurship, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Economic Theory, Economics, Business and Economics, Social Sciences
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We face a world of increasing turbulence and uncertainty. As a result, social systems at every level, including countries, government institutions, business organisations, labour and civil societies, have to operate in situations of high causal ambiguity and complexity. This is a world characterised by turmoil, conflict, and seemingly insurmountable social, technological, political and ecological problems.…
Gaming: Trends, Perspectives and Impact on Health

Psychology Research Progress, Popular Culture, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Gaming is continuing to grow into one of the largest entertainment industries, not only in North America but also in the entire world. It has been estimated that, as of early 2015, nearly one-third (115 million) of Americans are playing video games. There is an average of two gamers in a United States household, and…
Education in Hong Kong: Service Leadership for University Students

Public Health: Practices, Methods and Policies, Asian and Asian-American Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Higher Education, Education
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Leadership training is beneficial for the development of every human being, but few leadership models have focused on leadership qualities under service economies. In view of the lack of leadership models designed for service economies, the service leadership model was proposed by the Hong Kong Institute of Service Leadership and Management. To promote service leadership…
Bolivia: Social, Environmental and Economic Issues

Latin American Political, Economic and Security Issues, Latino American Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences, American Government and Politics, Politics
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Bolivia is known worldwide for the mineral wealth it produces. It is also renowned for being historically a complex multicultural and multiethnic society. This book studies the social, environmental and economic issues of Bolivia. Chapter One focuses on the indigenous presence in Chiquitanía. Chapter Two discusses the eastern borders of Bolivia in the early decades…
Psychology, Society and Education: Critical Perspectives in Brazil

Psychology Research Progress, Latino American Studies, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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This book introduces the most significant studies and practices developed by scholars and researchers in school psychology in Brazil. The chapters discuss a critical, historical and cultural perspective of how psychology as a science and psychologists as professionals are able to contribute with schooling and education. Its goal is to provide an overview about the…
Cultural Theory for the Humanities

Focus on Civilizations and Cultures, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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This theory of culture, a synthesis of thinking from Europe, the Americas and Asia, illustrates the function and meaning of culture rather than form. It fuses of philosophy, anthropology, sociology, history, science, psychology, literature, literary criticism and linguistics—all areas that a comprehensive theory must comprise because they constitute culture. This theory concerns the possibilities and…
Improving Services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students: A Critical Study

Education in a Competitive and Globalizing World, Cultural Studies, Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have historically been marginalised in the Australian education system in multiple ways. A literature review of the field has shown that training of more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers has been a key effort proposed to redress marginalisation, alongside other efforts at making schooling contexts more proactive and…

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