20 Proposal Essay Topic Ideas Worth A Discussion


There's no reason to stress about your essay. There's no reason to procrastinate either. Finding a good topic doesn't have to be difficult, but if you're looking for something interesting that will spark discussion, look no further. You can use any one of these ideas for yourself. If nothing appeals to you, hopefully they will at least give you that spark of inspiration to come up with your own!

  1. What is the best way to help someone who is depressed? Are medication and therapy the only option, or are there other, more effective ways?

  2. How can you help a friend or family member who is making poor life choices and decisions? Is it best to be supportive and bite your tongue or should you step up?

  3. How can we reduce the number of suicides? What stops people from getting help, and how should we reach out to those who want it?

  4. Should we still have the death penalty? Does it really accomplish anything or is it an outdated form of punishment?

  5. Does religion belong in schools or does it violate people's rights?

  6. What books should be read in school? Certain books are required reading, but is it time to change what is required? What books should or shouldn't be replaced with new ones?

  7. Should students who are failing their classes in high school have their driver's licenses taken away? How effective would this be?

  8. Why kind of punishment should there be for cyberbullying? What ways are most effective?

  9. Where is sexism most present in society today and what affect does it have on girls and young women?

  10. Are men who play violent sports – whether it be recreational or for a living – more prone to abusing their spouses?

  11. Is TV too graphic? Does the violence and sex influence and encourage bad behavior?

  12. Does giving away trophies to children just for participating in activities help their self-esteem, or does it give them an unrealistic view of the world?

  13. With so much information available on how bad smoking is for your health, why do people still do it?

  14. Does home schooling really make kids anti-social or does it have the same or better results as public schooling?

  15. Should marijuana be legalized? Would it be beneficial or detrimental to society?

  16. With so many alternative food options, do we still need to eat meat or can we get by without it?

  17. Is this generation more immature or selfish than previous generations?

  18. How important is it to marry someone in the same religion as you? Can people really compromise in this or does it cause problems in the relationship?

  19. What is the best way to promote and encourage exercise? People know the benefits to their health, but not everyone is on board with it. Is there a way to correct this and make a difference?

  20. How young is too young for a child to have a cell-phone? Does it discourage the practice of social skills?
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