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  • Digital Dangers

    Rachel Stuckey

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Feb. 28, 2015)
    Offers an overview of some of the dangers lurking on the Internet, covering cyber bullying, online predators, and internet scams, as well as advice for staying safe online and avoiding problems by making good choices.

  • Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

    Rachel Stuckey

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Feb. 28, 2015)
    This title gives young people a better understanding of sexual orientation, gender identity, and the LGBTQ community. Personal testimonials shed light on the difficulties individuals face coming out and dispel myths of gender stereotypes. Also included is advice on how to support family members, friends, or classmates who identify as a member of the LGBTQ community.

  • The Secret C: Straight Talking About Cancer

    Julie A. Stokes, HRH Prince Charles

    Paperback (Winston's Wish, Sept. 11, 2000)
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  • Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

    Rachel Stuckey

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Feb. 28, 2015)
    This title gives young people a better understanding of sexual orientation, gender identity, and the LGBTQ community. Personal testimonials shed light on the difficulties individuals face coming out and dispel myths of gender stereotypes. Also included is advice on how to support family members, friends, or classmates who identify as a member of the LGBTQ community.

  • Sex

    James Bow

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, May 15, 2013)
    Discusses sex and sexuality, including how to practice safe sex, abstinence, and how to get help after a rape or sexual assault.

  • Dealing With Loss

    James Bow

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Feb. 28, 2015)
    This sensitive title explores the grieving process from expected deaths including cancer to sudden loss from accidents or suicide. Strategies for coping and healing, building support systems, and moving forward are included.

  • Child Abuse

    Sydney Newton, Julie Gerrits

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Sept. 15, 2010)
    Presents information about child abuse, including the different types of child abuse, the warning signs that a child may be abused, the effects of child abuse, and ways for abused children to seek help.

  • Divorce and Blended Families

    Carrie Iorizzo

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, June 30, 2013)
    Offers information and advice on divorce and blended families, including how to make household transitions more smooth.

  • Eating Disorders

    Carrie Iorizzo

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, June 1, 2013)
    Provides an overview of eating disorders, including information on contributing factors, physical and mental complications, and available treatment options.

  • Gangs

    James Bow

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, May 15, 2013)
    Provides an overview of the issues surrounding gangs, including types of gangs, how and why young people are lured into them, and the consequences of gang involvement.

  • Bullying

    Jessica Pegis

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, May 31, 2013)
    Explains what bullying is, the consequences of bullying behavior, and how it can be stopped.

  • Suicide

    Rachel Eagen

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Sept. 15, 2010)
    Deals with the issues of suicide, and the reasons why people do it and also discusses avoidance and treatment.