Coping

Discusses the effects of living in an interfaith family, with an emphasis on the strengthening of spirituality, the promotion of accepting differences, and other positive aspects.

Discusses why gangs exist and how to cope with the ever-present threat they can present to frightened teens and their families.

Discusses learning disabilities and what can be done to overcome the special problems associated with them.

Provides historical background about terrorism in the United States and elsewhere and discusses how to spot it, how to deal with it if it strikes, and how people can heal in the aftermath.

An overview of media violence that examines the role of the mass media in society and the effects of media violence, and explains to teenagers and young adults how to prevent negative consequences from exposure to media violence. Also lists further resources, including organizations, books, and Web sites.

Explains what cerebral palsy is and discusses how people can deal with its effects on the body and mind.

Offers advice designed to help teens deal with the death of a sibling, shares the stories of young people who have experienced the loss of a brother or sister, and includes a list of places to contact for help in handling grief.

Explains the causes and consequences of suicide and suggests ways of dealing with problems, preventing suicide, and coping with the suicide of a loved one.

Discusses why gangs exist and how to cope with the ever-present threat they can present to frightened teens and their families.