prevention

Looks at the problem of terrorism past, present, and future.

Contains essays that offer varying viewpoints on the causes of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the United States, whether anger toward America is justified, whether anti-terrorism measures threaten civil liberties, and America's response to the attack.

Discusses the causes and symptoms of depression, who suffers from this condition, and how it can be treated.

Defines bullying, identifies myths about bullies, examines the ways teasing can develop into violence, shows how bullying behavior in school can lead to adult dysfunction, and provides resources and suggestions for stopping the behavior.

An overview of drugs and drug abuse, including a review of the intoxicating and health effects of drugs, starting and stopping using addictive drugs, and the war on drugs and the debate over legalization.

Chronicles the reaction of the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) to the September 11 attacks and the October 2001 anthrax attacks, focusing on USAMRIID's top virologist, Peter Jahrling, and his work to combat the possible development of a superpox virus by terrorists worldwide.

Primary and secondary sources analyze the different perspectives on how American government and society can help reduce gun violence.

Contains essays in which the authors debate questions related to teens and alcohol, discussing the seriousness of underage drinking, problems associated with teen alcohol abuse, the influence of advertising, the effectiveness of laws in keeping teens from drinking, and various measures for reducing teen alcohol abuse.

Presents nearly thirty essays, many written by teenagers, on drugs, addiction, recovery, and decision-making about drug use. Also includes a bibliography and an annotated list of related organizations and Web sites.

Articles and essays examine a variety of issues related to drug abuse, providing information on the factors that lead to drug abuse, arguments for and against legalization of marijuana, the media's portrayal of drug abuse, and other related topics.