adolescent psychology

From alcohol and marijuana to methamphetamine, heroin, and the popular club drug known as Molly, teens abuse a wide variety of substances—and often put their health at risk. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines, How Serious a Problem Is Substance Abuse Among Teens? Why Do Teens Use Alcohol and Drugs? What Are the Consequences of Substance Abuse? and What Can Be Done About Teen Substance Abuse?.

Because adolescence is a period of rapid growth and development, teens have special nutritional needs. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines How Important Is Nutrition for Teens? How Can Teen Athletes Improve Performance Through Diet and Nutrition? Why Are More Teens Overweight Today? What Constitutes Healthy Weight Loss?.

Teens who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender face unique challenges. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines What Issues Do LGBT Teens Have With Identity? What Issues Do LGBT Teens Face At School? What Issues Do LGBT Teens Face In Society? What Types of Help and Support Is Available to LGBT Teens?.

Teens who struggle with poor body image are at risk for developing low self-esteem, depression, and eating disorders. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines What Issues Do Teens Have With Their Bodies? What Contributes to Poor Body Image? What Are the Consequences of Poor Body Image? How Can Teens Improve Their Body Image.

Young people with gender issues often face misunderstanding and prejudice. As you read Kevin-Kendra's story, you'll start to understand what gender really means. You'll find out how it feels to be trapped in a body of the wrong gender.

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Offers advice to parents on how to promote positive physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychological growth in the teenagers, covering physical development, family crises, school issues, sexuality, emotional and behavioral problems, medical conditions, and many other topics.