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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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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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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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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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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...
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We are all forgetful sometimes. As people age, they can become more forgetful still. But when remembering information becomes a daily struggle, a person might be suffering from a condition called Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's has been called "the thief," because it steals away the person you loved. Knowing someone with this disease can be hard, but there are ways to encourage your loved ones and help them live happily. The lives of millions of...
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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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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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There are well over five million interracial marriages in the United States. Meanwhile, adoptions and remarriages are create even more multiracial families all the time. These blends of ethnicities and cultures present special challenges for kids and parents-but they also offer great opportunities and joy. This book explores the past, present, and future of multiracial families.
"What is a family?" What used to seem like a simple question has...
10) Eating Disorders
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It is normal for people to feel insecure about their bodies sometimes; nobody is perfect. For some people, however, body image can become an obsession, leading to a possible eating disorder. Not eating at all or eating too much are both eating disorders when they occur on a regular basis. Eating disorders are both physical and mental conditions. Thankfully, treatment is available, helping sufferers lead healthier lives. The lives of millions of kids...
11) Family Fears
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Families are the center of most kids' lives-parents are their guides and protectors, while siblings are their first friends. Threats to family unity can be frightening, be it fighting and divorce, sickness and death, or some other issue, like deployment or deportation. This book explores various family fears and offers advice about how to manage anxiety about what might (but probably won't) occur. Fear and anxiety are completely normal parts of growing...
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Although we each only get one birthday a year, on a cellular level we are being reborn all the time. But sometimes cell mutations can occur. These mutations can be harmless, or they can lead to a number of very serious illnesses. Cancer can begin in virtually any part of the body, while sickle cell disease is a particular blood disorder involving the growth of red blood cells. This book explains how these diseases occur and how they can be treated,...
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Mental or physical challenges don't just affect the people who have them-they can impact entire families, too. This book looks at the many different types of challenges that exist and discusses how these situations can be a challenge for families but also a source of great strength.
"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...
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Immigrants have both built and enriched the United States. And yet, newcomers do not always feel welcome in their communities. This book explores the past and present of immigration-most specifically, the challenges that young people experience when they grow up in a culture very different from the one their parents know.
"What is a family?" What used to seem like a simple question has grown ever more complex. The set explores the different types...
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Drugs prescribed by doctors can save lives-but they can also destroy them if used incorrectly. This book looks at the various types of prescription drugs, including painkillers, ADHD medication, sleeping pills, and muscle relaxants, that can be tremendously helpful if used in the right context but deadly if used in the wrong one. From caffeine and aspirin to heroin and meth, drugs are an inescapable part of life in the 21st century. Addiction, once...
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The story of Mexican immigration to America is one of almost constant struggle, but it is also one of constant hope. Millions have come north looking for a better life. To help build that life, they brought with them food traditions that have become a vital part of American life, too. Inside, read about the ongoing story of Mexican immigration and how sharing food and family traditions have helped ease the way. No matter where they come from, people...
17) Nighttime Fears
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If you are afraid of the dark, you are not alone. In fact, it's one of the most common fears kids have-and it can plague adults, too! And fear of the dark is just the beginning: whether you're troubled by monsters or burglars or tomorrow's math quiz, nighttime can be a scary period for many of us. This book explores the fear of things that go bump in the night and provides concrete tips on what you can do to conquer those fears. Fear and anxiety are...
18) 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....
19) Catastrophes
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It's natural that the very idea of catastrophes is scary for kids-after all, whether it's a storm, a flood, or a fire, catastrophes can upend our lives. This book talks about how to manage our fears of these unlikely but possible events and stay mindfully in the present moment. It also suggests basic preparedness measures that may help reduce anxiety and discusses how to get help if a catastrophe should occur. Fear and anxiety are completely normal...
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Everybody feels anxious sometimes; it's just part of being human. But for some people, those nervous feelings never go away. When anxiety gets so bad that it stops people from doing the things they want to do, it could be an anxiety disorder. Fortunately, there are lots of things people can do to feel better. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like they are alone with their problems....