At one time, bullies were feared on the playground and in school. Now, cyberspace, for all its amazing and fabulous benefits, has unfortunately expanded the reach of bullies to any place with Wi-Fi or a cell signal. Whether by text message, e-mail, or on social media such as Facebook, cyberbullying can reach into any home and is only as far away as a cell phone or laptop. This volume discusses the breadth of cyberbullying in all its many forms. Readers can learn ways to try to deal with a cyberbully, as well as resources they can use to reach out for help.

The CDC estimates that nearly one in five women and one in seventy-one men have been raped in their lifetime. Almost half of them experienced their first rape before age eighteen. But what exactly constitutes rape and why does it happen? Using sensitive narrative and inspiring case studies, this book guides teens--whether they are survivors, friends of survivors, or confused or concerned citizens--through the process of what to do if they are raped, how to begin the process of recovery, and how to stay safe in an attempt to prevent a rape from occurring.

Cyberbullying is a fact of life for many teens today, with the internet and social media platforms consuming a large part of their social life. This timely guide gives teens the tools they need to identify cyberbullying, understand why and how it happens, and confront it with important social and emotional skills. Readers will learn what they can do to move past a cyberbullying episode and reclaim their online space—and their peace of mind. Accessible information is paired with stimulating sidebars, vibrant photographs, and useful resources to give readers a clear understanding of this important real-life topic.

Statistically speaking, one out of forty Americans will be diagnosed with OCD in their lifetime. However, when the first symptoms manifest, it is easy to feel alone, confused, or embarrassed. This insightful guide explains what obsessive-compulsive disorder is, its causes, and the various ways in which it can manifest in a person’s life. The various available treatment options are presented, including a discussion of therapy and medication, with statistics and opinions from medical experts presented to provide an unbiased look at how to manage OCD and take back control over life.

This book offers those suffering from ADD/ADHD a non-judgmental guide for managing their condition. The information is accessible and actionable. Also, it is presented in a nurturing, older-sibling tone. It includes the most current definition of ADD/ADHD and guidance on causes, growing up with the condition, how to navigate school and relationships, moving forward, and treatment options. Also included is advice on how to avoid conflict with peers and parents, working with teachers, managing money, and study habits. This book is an irreplaceable resource for those who are afraid or ashamed to ask about the condition.

From the beginning of 2000, with the increase and diffusion of modern technologies, a new form of bullying using electronic means has emerged. Literature has reached some consistent findings on the description of the problem. However, there is still a lack of knowledge about developmental processes of cyberbullying and about possible predictors and correlates. Some of the main emerging areas investigated in connection with cyberbullying are: personality factors, callous unemotional traits and self-control, memory cognitive distortions, emotional and moral mechanisms, ICT use and media exposure, family and social contexts. Another important issue is the relation between cyberbullying and face to face bullying. From face to face literature we know some of the mechanisms in the peer group such as the relation between bullying, dominance and popularity and the role of bystanders in the social dynamic of the attacks. However, nothing is known about the cyber community. Contributors to this volume attempt to investigate these group mechanisms in the cyber community. Finally, for the victims, long-term consequences are also relevant, both in terms of perceived stress level and of the association between cyber-victimization and mental health. This special issue offers important new findings on the development and consequences of cyberbullying and cyber-victimization, and opens new and future directions of research.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, suicide is the third leading cause of death for young people between the ages of ten and twenty-four. People who try to take their lives usually do not want to die, but they see no alternatives to stop their endless mental and emotional suffering. This resource educates teens about risk factors, suicidal thoughts, and how to cope with them. Through medication, counseling, and other tools, most people who seriously consider suicide are able to recover and go on to lead healthy, adaptive lives.