The Book Reading for these Assignments is Attached
Lesson 4 Discussion A
On one page, discuss your views on the four types of public relief used throughout the state of New York during the early 1800s.  Are there any you would keep and use today? (120-150 Words).

Lesson 4 Discussion B
On one page, discuss your views on the recommendations given by Yates on improving the early welfare system.  Are there any you would keep today or discard? (120-150 Words).

Lesson 4 Discussion C
Give your viewpoints of Dorothea Lynde Dix.  Is there anyone today who you think is like her? (120-150 Words).

Lesson 7 Discussion
Lesson 7 Social Welfare 1980s-1990s
Discussion Guidelines: Your post should be approximately one page (250 words). 
In your opinion: Do you believe that our current welfare system hurts people in poverty, possibly enabling them to continue in their current state? How do you think others view this topic? If you have witnessed any negative interactions firsthand, please provide the example to the class.

Lesson 8 Assignment: Midterm
Lesson 8 Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA)
Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA): A significant policy passed into law in 1974. Using outside resources (credible webpages and journal articles), write a 3-5 research paper on CAPTA. Focus on the following: Issues that led to the creation of this policy, history of the policy, purpose of the policy, funding information, amendments of the policy, effectiveness, etc. APA format is required. Title and reference pages do not count towards the minimum required length.
Objectives: 1. To understand the purpose of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA)