Books in Understanding Global Issues series

Discusses what threatens biodiversity and the importance of biodiversity to the environment and civilization.

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Discusses the psychological aspects of peer pressure and presents situations illustrating how peer pressure can influence a young person's actions.

Book by Nardo, Don

Using real-life examples, discusses why parents hurt or neglect their children, why children often don't tell anyone they are being abused, and what can be done about the widespread and dangerous problem of child abuse.

Uses the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, to explore the historical, political, and religious origins of political violence, its effects on individuals, and what governments can do to stop it.

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This series presents common behavioural and physiological health issues in a simple and inclusive way. It demystifies common health issues and also helps afflicted children feel as though they aren't alone.

People own guns for hunting, protection, and target shooting; however, they are showing up more and more in the hands of people who should not have them. The connection between guns and violent crime, especially school violence, is examined in this title.

While extremely common, divorce creates many problems for children -- far more extensive than psychologists once thought. The process is explored from a young person's perspective; conflicting loyalties, drastic changes in living arrangements, and custody battles are three of the topics discussed.

Although it is one of the most difficult topics for people to talk about, death is a natural part of life. This title examines aspects of dying, from the aging process and clinical death, to funerals and grief.

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