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Police Powers
Andrea C. Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2017)Examines the use of police powers, including questioning if police abuse their power, if police are biased against racial minorities, and if technology can help police officers perform their jobs better.
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Gun Control and Violence
Andrea C. Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2013)Examines the controversy surrounding gun control, discussing Americans' rights to own guns, the regulations involved in purchasing and carrying weapons, and if stronger gun laws would prevent mass shootings.
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Video Games and Youth
Andrea C. Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2014)Looks at how young people interact with video games, including how they have become a favorite pastime, how they can affect health, and how they can impact learning.
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What Are the Consequences of Climate Change?
Andrea C Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2016)The majority of scientific experts agree that climate change poses a serious threat to the future of humankind. Issues are discussed clearly and objectively, with added insight from experts and others, in these chapters: Is Climate Change a Serious Problem? Will Climate Change Threaten the Survival of Plants and Animals? Will Climate Change Impair Human Health and Well-Being?Ho Are More Regulations Needed to Help Halt Climate Change?
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Terminal Illness
Andrea C Nakaya
Hardcover (Greenhaven, May 6, 2005)Presents a collection of essays that offer varying viewpoints on the topic of care for the terminally ill.
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Biomedical Ethics
Andrea C. Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2014)Looks at questions related to bioethics, providing writings from opposing viewpoints intended to encourage critical thinking on physician-assisted suicide, genetic testing, embryonic stem cell research, and organ donation.
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Thinking Critically Climate Change
Andrea C Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2014)In 2013 the Pew Research Center conducted a poll of more than 37,000 people in 39 countries and found that more than half believe climate change is a major threat. Through a narrative-driven pro/con formatsupported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrationsthis title examines issues related to climate change. Topics include: Is Climate Change Caused by Human Activity? Has the Extent of Climate Change Been Overstated? Will Climate Change be Harmful to Society? and Should Society Try to Reduce Climate Change?
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Growing Up in Japan
Andrea C. Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2017)Presents an overview of growing up in Japan, discussing family life, social life, gender roles, education, and the role of religion.
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Opposing Viewpoints Series - America in the Twenty-First Century
Andrea C. Nakaya
Library Binding (Greenhaven, Jan. 6, 2006)Presents a collection of essays exploring varying viewpoints on America's future, discussing whether its lifestyle is sustainable, the potential for improvement, energy policy, and the role of technology.
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Steve Jobs and Apple
Andrea C. Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2015)A biography of the inventor details his childhood, professional history, and achievements.
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Oil
Andrea C. Nakaya
Hardcover (Greenhaven, June 23, 2006)Provides a collection of essays that offer varying viewpoints on the subject of oil, covering such topics as how to reduce the price of oil, the effect of oil in international relations, and the energy policies that America should pursue.
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Food-Borne Illnesses
Andrea C Nakaya
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2011)The Compact Research series is intended to offer a concise, relevant and conveniently organized collection of information covering a variety of current topics ranging from stem cell research to Marijuana and terrorism.