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This sensitive title explores the grieving process from expected deaths including cancer to sudden loss from accidents or suicide. Strategies for coping and healing, building support systems, and moving forward are included.

Examines different types of eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and compulsive overeating, and discusses causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention. This book deals with body image and eating disorders that are becoming increasingly common in adolescence.

Gangs exist in places all over the world. The United States, however, is believed to have more gangs than any other country in the world. This book provides an overview of the issues surrounding gangs, including how and why young people are lured into gangs and the consequences of gang involvement.

Discusses sex and sexuality in an honest and non-judgmental way. This book covers topics on: sexual orientation and gender identity, relationships, virginity, birth control, protection against diseases, and issues unique to boys and girls.

This title gives young people a better understanding of sexual orientation, gender identity, and the LGBTQ community. Personal testimonials shed light on the difficulties individuals face coming out and dispel myths of gender stereotypes. Also included is advice on how to support family members, friends, or classmates who identify as a member of the LGBTQ community.