psychology

"Do you believe in wishes? Did you know you are made of stardust? Have you ever been curious about how you fit into this big old universe? Kidada Jones invites you to join School of Awake, where you will explore our amazing world while getting to know and love your authentic self. Kidada understands the challenges you face and offers dozens of ways to keep it real and navigate the world without losing sight of what's important. Experience the light within you through colorful illustrations, fun facts, mystical, heart-centered activities, and timeless wisdom"--Amazon.com.

A guide for school librarians to build leadership skills, including gaining an understanding of the educational environment; growing in confidence; building credibility through strategic risk-taking; and important career issues.

"As an observant mother of two boys--and with plenty of scientific information from her life as a neuroscientist--Bialik talks directly to teen boys about what it means to grow from a boy to a man biologically, psychologically, and sociologically. She takes a look at what it means for boys to come of age in today's world, how can they take control of their paths, and what can they do to help shape the types of futures they want for themselves"--OCLC.

Explores issues in obesity and healthy body image.

Discusses how girls can gain confidence and self-esteem.

Examines racial identity, revealing the source of some of the racial and ethnic stereotypes adolescents are exposed to; discussing reasons why African-Americans, Latinos, Asians, Native Americans, and other racial groups often feel the need to stick together; and calling for a more open dialogue about race.

"[A] guide to understanding girls and cliques ... [Also includes] research on younger girls and online worlds"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the motivations, events, and effects of the terrorist practice of taking hostages"--Amazon.com.

There are more school shootings and public massacres than anyone wants to believe. What motivates the people behind these horrific crimes? This book addresses the needs of high school psychology students, detailing the accounts of the shooting sprees. The text follows with details of the individuals responsible for the acts and describes how mental health professionals seek to break the physical and psychological motivations of the mass murderers.

"Shares practical advice and activities for parents and educators for engaging today's young women in STEM subjects while giving them the tools of positive entrepreneurship"--OCLC.