Healthy Teens : Facing the Challenges of Young Lives (Third Edition)

"Healthy Teens: Facing the Challenges of Young Lives," by Dr. Alice McCarthy, is a one-stop, easy-to-read, no-nonsense guide related to teen development and the world of 11-18 year olds in contemporary America. For parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals, the book advises on important subjects such as teen physical and mental health issues, teen sexuality, substance abuse, sexual harassment, crime prevention, school violence and relationship violence. Additional chapters offer detailed information about the important role of family-school-community involvement in education and health education, college and vocational preparation including financial aid, and the role of resiliency in teen lives. Includes extensive book, organizational and Web site resource listings for each topic.