It is estimated that almost 1.3 million women and girls in the United States are raped each year. Fifty-four percent of rapes go unreported, and 97 percent of rapists are never incarcerated for their crimes. This guide to coping with rape and sexual assault takes readers by the hand and guides them through the survival process, whether the reader is a victim or the friend of a victim. Beginning with what to expect when reporting the crime and ending...

Self-injury and cutting refers to harming one's own body on purpose, a troubling problem that tends to begin in the teen or early adult years. Also known by several other terms, including "self-harm" and "self-mutilation," the behavior is often used as an outlet to get temporary relief from tormenting emotions. Written by a medical doctor, this book offers honest information about self-injury, who it tends to affect, and possible reasons people self-injure....

Data from a July 2011 study by the Pew Internet and American Life Project showed that 95 percent of teens were online and 80 percent used social networking sites. No matter what platform they use, Web site they visit, or device they own, it's important th

Issues surrounding curfews for teenagers are explored from a variety of perspectives.

Discusses the problems associated with a family member, parent or child, who suffers from addiction.

Presents the latest facts about the virus that causes AIDS, while also providing insight on the emotional effects of the disease.

Discusses the effects of drugs on the body, the reasons teenagers use drugs, the problems caused by teenage drug abuse, and possible preventive measures and treatments.

Examines the effects of living in a single-parent family, discussing such topics as emotional aspects and economic factors.