Straight talk about
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1) Child abuse
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c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A discussion of child abuse, explaining what it is, looking at different forms of abuse, encouraging young people to seek help from a trusted adult, and providing coping strategies.
3) Date rape
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c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Written by a therapist, Date Rape helps readers understand this sensitive issue and gives those who have experienced it advice and coping strategies. Topics include the effects of rape, from depression to post-traumatic stress disorder, and suicide, as well as the benefits of disclosure and trust.
5) Suicide
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c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
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A discussion of suicide, explaining what it is, looking at some of the reasons people consider suicide, identifying warning signs, encouraging young people to seek help from a trusted adult, and including coping strategies.
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Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
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A discussion of teen pregnancy, providing information about puberty, sex, and safety, looking at the signs of pregnancy, identifying options for pregnant teens and encouraging them to seek help from a trusted adult, and including coping strategies.
7) Gangs
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Gangs exist in places all over the world. The United States, however, is believed to have more gangs than any other country in the world. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the issues surrounding gangs, including how and why young people are lured into gangs and the consequences of gang involvement. Firsthand accounts and current statistics provide an insightful look at this issue.
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Dealing with loss
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Digital dangers
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Sexual orientation and gender identity
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