Posted by Wenmar on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 9:40pm.
I have to do a term paper on Teen Suicide. Here is our format:
I. Title Page
II. Table of Contents
III. History of Problem
IV. Who's affected
V. Signs of Problem
VI. Agency
VII. Treatment
VIII. Prevention
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Teen Suicide - SraJMcGin, Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 10:06pm
Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. First of all, do your research, formulate your thesis statement, etc.
(List of 7 sites)
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Thank you for the sites. Now, these sites are great information for Signs of the Problem, Treatment, and Prevention, but not enough for Who's Affected and History of the Problem. What can I write for those sections if you cannot give me any more sources?
This is a very broad topic. If you were in my class, I would have required you to narrow its focus. However...
It looks as if what you need to do is learn how to conduct thorough and effective searches for yourself. That's what research is, and I'm sure that's what your teacher expects you to do -- conduct research. You also have to be prepared for the possibility that some of it may be online, and some may not. In addition to searching on the Internet, you also need to make best friends with the reference librarian(s) in your local or college library.
http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/
At this webpage, you can go immediately to the search sites (first three columns across the top) -- or even better you can scroll down until you see the section called HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET. Those are the links to start with. You'll not only learn how to come up with good search terms, but also how to evaluate the webpages you get as results. Some will be good and others will be garbage. You need to know how to tell the difference.
My favorite way to search is to go to Google's advanced search page http://www.google.com/advanced_search?hl=en and put my search words or phrases into the first or second search box (either "all the words" or "exact phrase"). However, there many other strategies for searching you can use, and the HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET section will help you best.
Learning to use Google or other search engines can save you time and help you learn to find information efficiently. Here are some websites that can teach you how:
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/FindInfo.html
http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/searchtips.html
http://www.pandia.com/goalgetter/index.html
http://websearch.about.com/mbody.htm?once=true&COB=home&PM=112_100_T
... and one to help you judge whether a particular website's information is worth your time:
http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/evaluate.html
Happy searching.
=)
Good luck on doing your own research. Please don't try to blame your lack of research on others for not giving you more sources, as it is not their responsibilitiy. We all have to put on our own shoes, that is, if you want to get along in the world and be a success.
Have you tried the research librarian at the Public library?
When you're unable to find additional sources for specific sections of your term paper, there are alternative methods you can use to gather information. Here's how you can approach the sections on "Who's Affected" and "History of the Problem":
1. Who's Affected:
To gather information about who is affected by teen suicide, you can utilize a combination of personal observations, anecdotal evidence, and general knowledge. Consider talking to counselors, teachers, or healthcare professionals who work with teenagers. They may be able to provide insights based on their experience and interactions with students. Additionally, you can include information based on your own observations or experiences if applicable. Keep in mind that while personal observations can be valuable, it's important to support your statements with credible sources whenever possible.
2. History of the Problem:
For the section on the history of teen suicide, you may be able to derive information from the sources you have already found to some extent. Look for any background information provided in the articles, such as historical context or key events that contributed to the problem. Additionally, you can conduct a broader internet search to find general historical information on teen suicide. This might include searching for articles, academic papers, or books that cover the topic more comprehensively. While you won't be able to directly cite these sources, you can still use the information you gather to provide a general overview of the history of the problem.
Remember, it's always important to cite your sources accurately and responsibly. It's best to focus on using reputable and authoritative sources whenever possible, but if you're unable to find additional sources for certain sections, these alternative approaches can help you gather information and complete your term paper effectively.