Peggy J Parks
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With surveys showing that 46 percent of American teens have had sex, and nearly 750,000 teen pregnancies each year, many experts agree that teenage sex and pregnancy is a serious problem. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines teenage sex and pregnancy.
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Presents overviews and opposing viewpoints on topics concerning suicide reduction, such as whether more resources should be devoted to mental health, the effectiveness of youth suicide prevention efforts, and whether gun control can help reduce suicide. Includes source notes, a list of related organizations, and a list of additional resources.
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Examines the origins of racism, and explores issues related to racism including racial profiling, housing discrimination, and affirmative action. Also describes what progress has been made against racism. Includes color photographs, a list of related organizations and websites, and further reading.
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From alcohol and marijuana to methamphetamine, heroin, and the popular club drug known as Molly, teens abuse a wide variety of substances—and often put their health at risk. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines, How Serious a Problem Is Substance Abuse Among Teens? Why Do Teens Use Alcohol and Drugs? What Are the Consequences of Substance Abuse? and What Can Be Done About Teen Substance...