ISBN:
0816053022
Language:
English
Pages:
Online-Ressource (x, 166 p)
,
ill
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2009 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Series Statement:
The Truth about series
Parallel Title:
Print version The Truth About Violence
DDC:
303.6/0973
Keywords:
Teenagers Juvenile literature
;
Violence in adolescence Juvenile literature
Abstract:
A clear A-to-Z guide to the facts and myths about violence, The Truth About Violence offers an authoritative guide to the many different aspects of this issue. Using personal testimonies, question-and-answer sections, and Fact Or Fiction? sidebars to give a balanced perspective of the topic, this interactive book encourages discussion among peers. Extensive lists of resources, such as websites, hotlines, and suggestions for further reading, help teenagers cope with the gravity of violence
Description / Table of Contents:
Cover; Front Matter; Contents; List of Illustrations; Preface; How to Use This Book; Violent Behavior and Personal Safety; Alcohol and Violence; Assault and Bullying; Communities and Violence; Criminals and Violent Activity; Drugs and Violence; Family Violence; Fight or Flight Response; Gang Violence; Hate Crimes; Homicide; Legal Interventions; Media and Violence; Rehabilitation and Treatment of Perpetrators; Road Rage; School Violence; Self-mutilation; Sexual Violence; Social Costs of Violence; Suicide; Teens and Violence; Violent Behavior, Causes of; War; Weapons of Violence
Description / Table of Contents:
Workplace ViolenceHotlines and Help Sites; Glossary; Index;
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
,
Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
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