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The Compact Research series covers a wide range of current topics such as illegal immigration, marijuana, and the world energy crisis. The series is designed to combine the benefits of nonfiction and reference formats and offers students a concise but well-rounded introduction to current topics.
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“At a Glance” topic summary |
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Objective overviews provide background and context |
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Main point cited, primary source quote sections highlight conflicting opinions and quickly expose students to numerous perspectives and positions |
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Illustrated full-color facts and statistics sections give visual insight and supporting data for research
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Key people & related organizations sections for further study
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Source notes model appropriate citation forms |
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6 ½ X 9 ¼ 96 pages, full-color photos & illustrations, library binding |
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Teenage Alcoholism
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978-1-60152-164-4
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A US national survey found that approximately 1.2 million youth in the United States were dependent on alcohol. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines How Serious Is Teenage Alcoholism?, What are the Dangers of Teenage Alcoholism?, How Is Teenage Alcoholism Treated? and Can Teenage Alcoholism Be Prevented?
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Teenage Drug Abuse
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978-1-60152-165-1 |
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In 2009, 1.8 million US youth aged 12 to 17 years suffered from substance abuse and addiction. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines How Serious Is Teenage Drug Abuse?, What Are the Dangers of Teenage Drug Abuse?, How Is Teenage Drug Abuse Treated?, and Can Teenage Drug Abuse Be Prevented?
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Teenage Eating Disorders
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978-1-60152-166-8
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Eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia are serious mental conditions that affect millions of teenagers and can be life-threatening. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines What Are Eating Disorders? Why Do Teens Develop Eating Disorders? What Are the Dangers of Eating Disorders? and Can Teenagers Overcome Eating Disorders?
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Teenage Mental Illness
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978-1-60152-167-5
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Teenage mental illnesses are common yet complex disorders that affect millions of adolescents. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines What Is Teenage Mental Illness? What Causes Mental Illness ini Teenagers? What Problems Do Mentally Ill Teenagers Encounter? Can Mental Illness in Teenagers Be Treated?
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Teenage Sex and Pregnancy
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978-1-60152-168-2 |
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With surveys showing that 46 percent of American teens have had sex, and nearly 750,000 teen pregnancies each year, many experts agree that teenage sex and pregnancy is a serious problem. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines Is Teenage Sex and Pregnancy a Serious Problem? What Influences Teenagers' Attitudes Toward Sex and Pregnancy? What Are the Consequences of Teenage Sex and Pregnancy? and What Should Be Taught in Sex Education?
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Teenage Suicide
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978-1-60152-156-9 |
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Every year, an average of 1,841 American teenagers deliberately take their own lives, making suicide the third leading cause of death. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines How Serious a Problem Is Teenage Suicide? Why Do Teenagers Take Their Own Lives? Does Bullying Drive Teenagers to Suicide? and Can Teenage Suicide Be Stopped?
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