Barbour, Scott

This book presents opposing viewpoints on the problem of teen violence, discussing how serious the problem may be, its causes, and ways to reduce it.

Discusses the federal mandates that require state governments to pay the costs for the education, health care, and incarceration of illegal immigrants, presenting both sides of the issue.

Outlines the causes and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and discusses how this condition affects those who suffer from it. Reveals how PTSD is treated and features photographs and graphics throughout.

Twenty-five articles describe the nature, causes, and treatments of schizophrenia; discuss society's role in the issue of schizophrenia; and present personal perspectives on the illness.

Presents opposing views on the state of the environment, discussing global warming, pollution, the consumer culture, federal regulation, and America's role in environmental problems.

Examines issues in the debate over violence in America, focusing on possible causes of the problem, youth and domestic violence, and policy changes that could reduce the occurrence of violence.

Presents twelve debate-style essays on such aspects of school violence prevention as anti-bullying programs, zero-tolerance policies, gun control, society's expectations of boys, and religion.

Explores the nature and extent of hunger worldwide and debates what measures should be taken to relieve and prevent its occurrence.

Presents essays debating the ideas, policies and conditions that affect the U.S. workforce.