Libal, Joyce

As you read Ryan's story, you will learn about the history of the child protective services and find out about the programs and services offered today.

Examines substance abuse and treatment options.

Discusses a number of issues that family members face when living with someone who has a speech impairment.

Discusses the foster care system and a number of challenges the children face.

Provides information on careers in the military, including information on job requirements, common military character values, and the availability of career opportunities.

Focuses on the character requirements of professional athletes and sports officials. Discusses integrity, compassion, justice, responsibility, courage, self-discipline, and citizenship. Includes inspirational quotes, photographs, sidebars, a glossary, and further resources.

Describes substance abuse-related disorders and their treatments.

Describes mental disorders due to medical conditions and their treatments.

Examines the growth and influence of Islam in Uzbekistan, discussing the key economic and political issues facing the country in the early twenty-first century, and including information on Uzbekistan's geography, history, people, cities and communities, and foreign relations.