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As improvements have health care have made it possible for more people to live longer, healthier lives, grandparents have become increasingly important to the family structure. This book looks at the various ways that multiple generations can challenge but also enrich a family's life.
"What is a family?" What used to seem like a simple question has grown ever more complex. The set explores the different types of family structures that have become...
2) School Fears
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School looms large in most kids' lives, so it makes sense that school-related anxieties loom equally large. Whether it's hard tests or scary teachers, getting along with friends or simply getting by in gym, school can provoke many different anxieties in different kids. This book discusses a whole range of potentially scary situations and offers concrete advice about what kids can do to feel better. Fear and anxiety are completely normal parts of growing...
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When you picture a "drug user," what do you see? Frequently, people envision someone using heroin or some other illegal substance. But in fact, legal drugs are frequently abused and can be just as deadly. Whether it's cough syrup or energy drinks, diet pills or inhalants, this book investigates the many problems that can arise from the abuse of perfectly legal substances. From caffeine and aspirin to heroin and meth, drugs are an inescapable part...
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Statistics tell us that we are experiencing a uniquely safe period of history-but you wouldn't know it from the evening news. This book looks at fears of violence, attempting to sort realistic concerns from unrealistic panic. By explaining concepts like probability and risk, as well as providing insight into how the media works, this book strives to help kids manage their anxieties about our uncertain world. Fear and anxiety are completely normal...
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Whether it's due to divorce, death, or simply choice, increasing numbers of unmarried people are also parents. In fact, about a third of American kids are being raised in single-parent families. From custody issues to visitation to childcare, this book discusses both the good and the bad of growing up in a single-parent household.
"What is a family?" What used to seem like a simple question has grown ever more complex. The set explores the different...
6) Social Fears
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Lots of people are shy, and there's nothing wrong with that-unless you find that your shyness is preventing you from doing what you want. Some people are so shy that raising their hands in class or even simply saying "hello" to a stranger can be overwhelming. This book looks at the types of social fears that can hold us back and provides advice about how to overcome them. Fear and anxiety are completely normal parts of growing up. Fear keeps us from...
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Because anxiety doesn't feel very good, we tend to think it's always bad. But separation anxiety-or the fear of being apart from people you love-is a totally normal part of child development. It's also something we're meant to outgrow. When that doesn't happen, separation anxiety can indeed become a big problem. This book looks at separation anxiety both as a phase and as a condition, and it offers practical advice about how to conquer these fears....
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Among the many parts of the American world food market, Thai food is one of the late bloomers. A big reason for that is the history of Thai emigration to America, which was heavily restricted for decades. When they finally did arrive, they brought with them a colorful, spicy, and unique cuisine that American diners embraced. Inside, read how Thai communities grew in the western world and how their food traditions helped them find a new home. No matter...
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Experts say that as many as 1 in 68 American kids may fall somewhere on the autism spectrum. Autism affects people's ability to communicate and socialize. The disorder can be a challenge sometimes, but people with autism are also capable of amazing things. Learning as much as you can about the disorder can make it easier to cope with it. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like...
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Whether it's due to divorce, job loss, natural disaster, or some other catastrophe, sometimes families find that they have nowhere to live. Meeting basic needs can be a struggle, especially for kids who still need to attend school. This book looks at the problem of homelessness: not only the challenges but also how families can meet and rise above them.
"What is a family?" What used to seem like a simple question has grown ever more complex. ...
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The sexual exploitation of children is one of our most disturbing social problems. It's far more common than most people realize: more children are coping with sexual abuse than with asthma. This book provides clear and supportive information on what sexual abuse is, how to get help, and how to help a friend who has experienced it. Sexual violence and harassment are alarmingly widespread problems that we as a society have only just begun to confront....
12) Sleep Disorders
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Humans spend about a third of their lives asleep. But every once in a while, anxious thoughts can keep us from dozing off. It happens to us all from time to time. But for some people, not being able to sleep is a constant problem. Other people, meanwhile, sleep way too much. Sleep disorders can be harmful both mentally and physically for the person who is suffering. Fortunately, there is treatment that can allow your body to return to a regularly...
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More than 2.5 million American kids have a parent in jail or prison-that's about 1 in every 28 kids. It's a tough situation for any family, and especially so for the kids. This book looks at the past and present of incarceration in the United States, while offering encouragement and advice for kids who are eagerly waiting for their parents' release.
"What is a family?" What used to seem like a simple question has grown ever more complex. The...
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Anxiety disorders are by far the most common mental-health challenge for kids and teenagers. This book introduces readers to the various types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and more. Readers will also find an overview of the different treatments and types of therapy available, as well as practical tips on anxiety management. Fear and anxiety are completely normal parts of growing up. Fear keeps us from...
15) Schizophrenia
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The disorder known as schizophrenia, which roughly means "split mind," is one of the most misunderstood mental disorders. People with the condition experience hallucinations and delusions as their brains struggle to interpret various mixed-up signals. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatments of schizophrenia will help reduce the stigma surrounding this rare but frightening disorder. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental...
16) LGBT Families
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Few people have been more strongly impacted by our evolving definitions of family than the LGBT community. Marriage equality has opened up new worlds of opportunity for people who were once shut out of the traditional family structure. This book discusses the many types of LGBT families and shows how being different need not be an impediment to being happy.
"What is a family?" What used to seem like a simple question has grown ever more complex....
17) Medical Fears
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Let's face it, not many of us enjoy going to the doctor. But some people genuinely fear the doctor, dentist, or hospital-some are terrified of tests, others of needles, and still others are anxious about being judged. This book looks into the many things that unnerve patients and provides concrete tips about how to make doctor visits a little less scary. Fear and anxiety are completely normal parts of growing up. Fear keeps us from climbing too high...
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Have you ever worried that you've forgotten something important, even though another part of your brain knew everything was fine? We all do this from time to time. But some people can't stop themselves from checking, or counting, or washing their hands. These are symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder. OCD can leave people feeling helpless and out of control. Fortunately, there is treatment available for OCD to help these people regain control...
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It's unavoidable: life is uncertain. None of us knows exactly what the future will bring. Learning to live with that uncertainty-to manage our fears rather than letting them manage us-is a vital skill that everyone must learn. This book explores why we feel anxiety and at how (believe it or not!) not all anxiety is bad. It also offers practical advice about what we can do when it feels like fear might be getting the best of us. Fear and anxiety are...
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We all have moments when we want to lash out in anger. As we grow up, we learn how to control such feelings and avoid hurting others. But sometimes people can't get these feelings under control. Disruptive behavior disorders can be very difficult to live with, and the disorders also present huge challenges to friends and family members. With help, however, people can learn to get along in the world more easily. The lives of millions of kids are affected...