The need to know library

Discusses the changes that occur during female adolescence.

Presents the facts about cigarette smoking, discussing the dangers of addiction and disease, and offers advice for people who want to break the habit.

Explains what chemotherapy is, how it works, what the side effects are, and how to counteract them.

Discusses domestic abuse, its warning signs, and healthy ways of dealing with it.

Text and photos explain how teenagers can become volunteers in a variety of settings; provides suggestions for where to volunteer and tips on how to get started, and also includes a glossary and a brief list of organizations.

Describes the special problems homeless teenagers may have and provides help in dealing with emotions and crucial decisions.

Defines what skin and skin types are, deals with skin problems and solutions, and explains which habits are good or bad for skin including suggestions on caring for the skin on hands, feet, scalp, other areas.

Text and accompanying photographs provide information for children whose parents are drug abusers and alcoholics, including how to get the support they need.

Discusses the AIDS disease, its discovery, causes, transmission, treatment, and how to protect oneself from contracting the disease.