teenagers

"Provides teens with an overview of the various forms of eating disorders and their treatments. . . . The text includes information for numerous associations and reliable online resources related to eating disorders that will provide readers with knowledge and support"--Provided by publisher.

"Grim statistics reveal the increase in suicide for all age groups, including teens. Trusted information on the role of depression, other mental health diagnoses, and substance abuse tell the stories behind some suicides. . . . Dealing with suicidal thoughts, helping suicidal friends and family, and recovering from the suicide of a loved one are covered. This . . . guide helps young people know when to reach out for help and gives them strategies to cope on their own"--Provided by publisher.

This book takes a critical look at vaping and its impact on public health.

Through color photographs, sidebars, and quotes from a variety of people, this book explores the issue of underage drinking.

Explores how to deal with alcohol abuse, including legal and physical consequences, support, and more.

Provides detailed information for teenage boys and girls on puberty; male and female reproductive health; sexually transmitted diseases and how they are spread and prevented; pregnancy and contraception; abstinence; date rape; online predators; masturbation; and other related topics.

Provides teen-specific information about sports injuries, discussing emergency treatment, describing sports injuries commonly suffered by teens, and discussing rehabilitation and physical therapy, prevention, sports nutrition, and safety.

Describes cutting and other forms of self-mutilation and the people who harm themselves because of overwhelming emotional pain.

Examines the controversial issue of teenage cell phone use, discussing the history, impact of cell phone use on relationships, addiction, cell phone use while driving, and other related topics.

Explores the controversy surrounding whether or not the drinking age in the United States should be lowered, addressing arguments both for and against the issue.