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Whether it involves shooting rampages, fighting, harassment, or sexual abuse, school violence may occur anywhere, at any time, to anyone. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: How Widespread Is School Violence? What Are the Causes of School Violence? What Is the Aftermath of School Violence? and Can School Violence Be Stopped?

Social and psychological issues connected with video games are discussed.

Scientists believe that stem cell research could eventually lead to cures and treatments for a host of human disorders and disease, but where those stem cells come from is the subject of major controversy.

Anorexia nervosa is a serious mental health disease that involves compulsive dieting and drastic weight loss, and can lead to serious health problems and even death. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: How Serious Is Anorexia? What Causes Anorexia? What Are the Health Risks of Anorexia? and Can Anorexia Be Cured?

With soaring costs, declining quality, and millions of Americans unable to afford medical and dental care, America's health care system is in peril. Through objective interviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: What Is the State of America's Health Care System? Who Suffers Most Under the Current System? Should America's Health Care Be Nationalized? and How Can America Improve Its Health Care System?

Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder that results in a varying combination of birth defects and health problems. Through objective interviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: What Is Down Syndrome? What Causes Down Syndrome? What Are the Ethical Issues of Down Syndrome? Will Research Someday Prevent Down Syndrome?

Throughout the years gay men and lesbians have made progress in their fight for equal rights--but they are still not afforded many of the same rights as heterosexuals. Through objective interviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: Are Gay Rights Protected in the United States? Should Gays and Lesbians Have the Legal Right to Marry? Should Gays and Lesbians Raise Children? What Is the Future of Gay Rights?

Human papilloma viruses (HPVs) comprise a group of over 100 related viruses, some of which may be sexually transmitted. Through objective interviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: What Is HPV? What Causes HPV Infection? What Are the Health Risks of HPV? Should the HPV Vaccine Be Mandatory?

Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that literally causes the brain to waste away, and it is always fatal. Through objective interviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: How Does Alzheimer's Disease Affect the Brain? What Causes Alzheimer's Disease? Who Suffers from Alzheimer's Disease? Will Research Prevent or Cure Alzheimer's Disease?

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During 2007 more than 41, 000 people in the United States were killed in traffic crashes, and nearly 13, 000 of the deaths resulted from a driver who was impaired by alcohol. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines, How Serious a Problem Is Drunk Driving? Who Drives Drunk? How Should Drunk Drivers Be Punished? Can Drunk Driving Be Stopped?

The Obama administration has given high priority to development of alternative energy sources. Many energy experts say that the suns vast potential has barely begun to be tapped, and that solar power is the energy of the future. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines, Is Solar Power a Viable Energy Source? Could Solar Power Replace Fossil Fuels? Could Solar Power Help Stop Global Warming...

Once believed to be a sign of mental retardation, learning disabilities are now known to result from differences in how a persons brain works and how it processes information. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines, What Are Learning Disabilities? What Causes Learning Disabilities? Can People Overcome Learning Disabilities? Can Learning Disabilities Be Cured?

From haunted mansions, airplanes, and lighthouses, to the sightings of relatives who died long ago, many people are convinced that ghosts are real and walk among us. Using real-life stories, this book examines some of the most interesting ghosts and hauntings, how ghost hunters go about their work, and scientific theories that attempt to explain paranormal phenomena.

The Obama administration has given high priority to development of alternative energy sources. People have relied on the power of the wind for thousands of years, and today wind power is becoming an important source of energy for generating electricity. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines, Can Wind Power Supply the Worlds Energy Needs? Can Wind Power Reduce Dependence on Fossil Fuels?...

Looks at marijuana, but also includes information regarding the legalization of a variety of other controlled substances. A beginning overview provides readers with relevant background and context.

Introduces issues and controversies surrounding athletes' use of drugs to enhance performance.

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