teenagers

Teenage martial artist Ranma is cursed--he turns into a girl every time he is splashed with cold water. To make matters worse, now he must fend off the advances of a boy who has fallen in love with him.

Zoe, a high school senior, struggles to survive the aftermath of the suicide of her best friend Aimee, and her own murder trial for her role in the incident, by writing about her feelings in a journal.

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.

Presents nineteen pro and con essays on teen sexual activity, including such aspects as sexually transmitted diseases, substitution of oral sex for intercourse, virginity pledges, sex education, condom distribution, and the media. Also includes an annotated list of related organizations and a bibliography.

Provides information for young people about falling in love, discussing the history of romantic expression, how it feels to fall in love, some of the difficulties teens encounter when entering an exclusive relationship, and how to deal with a break-up. Includes a glossary and a list of resources.

Sari Locker, teen advice expert, answers some of the questions from teens which she has gotten in letters, e-mail, and in person.

Discusses how prescription drugs are abused, how to recognize this problem in parents and friends, and how to seek help.

Commentaries by teenagers about their fellow teens who commit crimes or violate social norms.