Blohm, Craig E.

This book explores the obsessions and compulsions disorder (OCD), that can produce extreme anxiety and, if untreated, can make it difficult to live a normal life. It explains what this condition is, who it affects, how and why it develops, how it can be managed or overcome, and how it affects people's lives.

Explores the impacts of ocean pollution, including what, where, and how it's taking place, the future effects, what's being done about it, and real suggestions for action.

Text and photographs look at the United States in the twenty-first century.

Text and photographs look at some of the disasters of the twenty-first century.

Tales of monsters have been a part of human civilization for thousands of years. while the Age of Discovery has long since given way to the age of science, interest in monsters has remained a part the human experience.

"The history of modern Russia is one of failed expectations, starving peasants, brutal terror against political rivals, and nuclear posturing. The collapse of communism left the door open for Russia to enter the twenty-first century as a peaceful nation. Putin's quest to return Russia to its former position in the world may ultimately hinge on the outcome of the Ukraine war"--Provided by publisher.

"In February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine in anticipation of a quick and complete victory. That did not happen. Instead, Russia's brutal, unprovoked war has run into determined resistance from the Ukrainian government and people. Even so, Russia's war on Ukraine has destroyed huge swaths of the country . . . displaced millions and killed and injured thousands"--Provided by publisher.

"The struggle against racism takes many forms: statues of Confederate heroes have been removed, Confederate-named schools have been renamed, and efforts to help minorities vote have been made. But despite these accomplishments in confronting racism, there is more work to be done. Removing statues and changing names are outward demonstrations of the fight against racism, but in the end, change must begin in the hearts of all Americans"--Provided by publisher.

OCD is a mental illness that affects about one in forty adults and one in one hundred children in the United States. The disorder exhibits two major aspects which give it its name: obsessions, which are recurring unwanted thoughts, urges, or mental images that cause a person anxiety and distress; and compulsions, repetitive behaviors that a person feels compelled to perform. OCD sufferers experience obsessions, compulsions, or both at the same time, and may often suffer from other conditions, such as a state of severe depression.

Discusses the COVID-19 pandemic, search for the vaccine, and subsequent challenges in distributing it.