prevention

An account of a young woman who went straight from her college sorority to the CIA, where she hunted terrorists and WMDs. When Tracy Walder enrolled at the University of Southern California, she never thought that one day she would offer her pink beanbag chair in the Delta Gamma house to a CIA recruiter, or that she'd fly to the Middle East under an alias identity. The Unexpected Spy is the story of Walder's tenure in the CIA and, later, the FBI.

". . . explore[s] how modern culture threatens to rewire our brains and damage our health, offering a practical plan for healing. Includes a ten-day practical program with meal plan and recipes"--OCLC.

Traces the history of hacking and explores the topic of cybercrime, discussing various scams, types of malware, identity theft, cyberbullying, and possible security solutions. Includes sidebars, graphs, facts, primary sources, critical thinking questions, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Includes a wide range of opinions surrounding issues concerning vaccination.

Readers will learn how a bully becomes a bully, what constitutes verbal bullying, and where to seek help.

Delves into what a young person can do to recognize bullying behavior, develop a coping strategy, and find someone who can help.

This volume provides tips on how to stay safe and comfortable online while still being able to have fun and communicate with friends.

"Worry convinces us there's danger, and then tricks us into getting into fight, flight, or freeze mode-even when there is no danger. The techniques in this book, rather than encouraging you to avoid or try to resist anxiety, shows you how to see the trick that underlies your anxious thoughts, and how avoidance can backfire and make anxiety worse"--Amazon.com.

Billie and the Brilliant Bubble was born when social distancing orders began in early 2020. Tara wanted a fun and simple way to explain the new guidelines to her young daughters, Alexandria and Addison. One day, while Tara and the girls were on a walk, it dawned on her that Alex and Addison loved bubbles. It would be fun pretending they were inside an imaginary bubble that protects them from germs and keeps their family and friends healthy. When restrictions were in place, the girls were still able to walk around the nature trail, ride their scooters, and go for ice cream with Mommy and Daddy, all in the safety of their imaginary bubbles. Alex and Addison had so much fun with their magical bubbles, Tara knew she had to share the idea. Billie and the Brilliant Bubble simplifies the concept of social distancing to help families teach their children the importance of social distancing. Tara sincerely hopes you and your family enjoy many bubble-filled adventures of your own.

"With many states legalizing marijuana for medicinal or recreational use, it is important for teens to understand the risks and dangers of marijuana. Marijuana and Its Dangers looks at how marijuana use affects the brain, how addiction affects the life of the user and society, and what treatment options look like for those in need"--Provided by the publisher.