Young people must grapple with life-altering and even life-threatening issues in their everyday lives more than ever before. This essential series contextualizes topics such as eating disorders, school shootings, cyberbullying, and more, helping readers to understand the underlying issues that lead to violence, harassment, and self-harm. The series focuses on proactive approaches to prevention and recovery, and each book provides essential information about where to turn, including phone numbers for crisis hotlines and recommendations for expert help. Features include: Provides real-life examples of people who have overcome challenging and dangerous circumstances. Up-to-date statistics about pressing issues that teens face. Phone numbers and website links for easy access to professional help. Provides context for how and why media coverage can be biased about heated topics.
