Explains the human papillomavirus, discusses how the virus is linked to cervical cancer, and explores the controversy surrounding the vaccine.

Explains polycystic ovary syndrome, discusses the diagnosis and treatment of it, and examines ways sufferers can change their lifestyles to help control the symptoms.

This title explores everyday events that can trigger people's anxiety and hinder their well-being, offering helpful suggestions on how to successfully handle these situations. Features include an ask the expert section, tips on being healthy, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

School hallways are overrun with cool cliques, misfits, friends, and enemies. This guide to healthy relationships covers the social world of adolescent girls. Cliques, Crushes, & True Friends will walk you through the social hurdles of middle school, seen through the eyes of girls who have been there. You'll encounter stories of girls as they try to fit in while staying true to themselves, make the best of moving on and making new friends, and manage...

Taking a Stand features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to help preteen and teen girls evaluate success and build leadership skills. Topics include the challenges of competition, taking on too much, defining the qualities of a leader, the importance of good communication skills, and standing up for yourself. Throughout the book, Talk About It questions encourage discussion. Additional resources, a glossary,...

Playing Safe, Eating Right features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to help preteen and teen girls evaluate options and choose healthy ways of living. Topics include diet and exercise, sleep, drugs and alcohol, and physical danger. Throughout the book, Talk About It questions encourage discussion. Additional resources, a glossary, and an index are also included. Playing Safe, Eating Right will leave readers...

School Survival features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to help preteen and teen girls find new ways to face everyday challenges at school. Situations include handling test anxiety, dealing with bullies, and struggling with a learning disability. Readers will develop positive coping skills while building self-esteem. Throughout the book, Talk About It questions encourage discussion. Additional resources,...