Hot topics
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The Patriot Act
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Political corruption
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Cloning
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5) Drug abuse
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From the Back Cover: Young people today are inundated with information but often lack the tools for understanding the complex issues that stir public debate and dissension. The Hot Topics series provides clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination of the hot-button issues of the day. Carefully crafted narrative, fully documented primary and secondary source quotations, informative sidebars, and study questions all provide excellent starting points...
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Immigration
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Terrorism
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11) Death penalty
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Presents a discussion on the death penalty, covering such topics as arguments for the death penalty and objections against it, and how the United States differs from other countries in handling the issue.
12) Global warming
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Provides a clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination of global warming.
14) The right to die
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Provides a clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination of the right to die.
16) Eating Disorders
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The National Institute of Mental Health cites anorexia nervosa with the highest mortality rate of any mental disorder. Restricted eating, emaciation, relentless pursuit of thinness, fear of gaining weight, and distorted body image are just a few symptoms of this condition. Eating disorders affect both men and women, however, women are affected two and a half times more than men. This necessary resource examines issues surrounding various eating disorders....
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Energy
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Freedom of expression and the Internet
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19) Gangs
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Examines the issues surrounding gangs and provides an overview of the topic.
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Poverty
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Cliques
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Racism
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24) Sports Violence
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Sports violence, according to National Collegiate Athletic Association, is a behavior that aims to harm another player as a primary goal. According to a NCAA Social Environments Study, 45 percent of men and 29 percent of women are willing to do whatever it takes to win, and more than a fifth of men believe winning is more important that good sportsmanship. This accessible edition examines the issues surrounding violence in the world of sports and...
25) Teen pregnancy
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Discusses teenage pregnancy, including its causes, social factors that contribute to teen pregnancy, if it is a public health problem, and the various options for pregnant teens.
26) Hoarding
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Introduces the problem of hoarding, and discusses the causes of and effective treatments for hoarding.
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Modern-day pirates
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Music and the Internet
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The war in Afghanistan
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31) Gun control
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Explores the history of gun control in the United States and debates the issues surrounding gun control.
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"This new title in Lucent's Hot Topic Series focuses on domestic terrorism. It will provide detail on how this terrorism is different than other terrorism, the tactics that specific domestic terrorist groups use, and what can be done to prevent future attacks"--The publisher's web site.
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Gay marriage
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Medical marijuana
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Nuclear energy
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37) Methamphetamine
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"The immediate relevancy of hot topics like pandemics, gay rights and students' rights makes this 5-vol. series an appealing source for student research. Each title provides a thorough, carefully balanced presentation of the many issues surrounding the topic, inspiring critical thought. Meaning is fleshed out through a clear presentation of context, and accessible narrative offers compelling examples and pertinent quotes from age-appropriate sources"--
"The...
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"This book will provide background natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and tornadoes. It will explain how these natural events occur and what have been the most significant events during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The title will also look at the emergency response actions that were taken as a result of the disasters and what actions were taken ahead of disasters to prevent loss of life and limit damage to property"--Provided...
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Puberty is a critical time for young adults in forming a positive self-image. They are constantly bombarded with images and comments regarding ideal body types from the media, friends, and family. Through charts and full-color photographs, readers gain information about the subjectivity of beauty standards and the importance of being healthy regardless of body type. The material engages readers and allows them to think critically about the stereotypes...
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Eating disorders are mental illnesses that have dangerous physical consequences. Young adults are most at risk for developing these disorders. This volume aims to educate readers about the causes and effects of disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and compulsive eating. Fact boxes highlight the stories of celebrities who struggle with these issues, and full-color photographs show the unglamorous reality of living with an eating disorder. Websites...
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As acceptance for the LGBT community grows, our society is coming to understand that many gender identities are not binary. Young adulthood is a critical time for exploring and coming to terms with gender identity. Readers learn about non-binary identities and the issues the community still faces despite the progress that has been made in the 21st century. Fact boxes highlight transgender and non-binary role models in the media, and contact information...
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Every wave of immigrants entering the United States has faced prejudice. As each group gradually assimilates into the dominant culture, it becomes easy to forget the anger that was previously directed at them. People always believe that the next group of immigrants poses a more severe threat than the ones that came before them, but readers discover that these fears often prove to be unfounded. Detailed infographics and full-color photographs supplement...
43) Self-harm
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Discusses self-mutilation and other self-harmful behavior, including why some individuals harm themselves, the risks of self-injury, and how to treat and prevent it.
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Social networking: staying safe in the online world
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