Smoking stinks. It also kills. Over 100,000 people in the United States die from smoking-related lung cancer every year, yet millions find it difficult to quit the deadly addiction every time they light up. Using the latest research, 12 Things to Do to Quit Smoking can help you develop the best action plan so you can kick the habit for good. In this simple how-to guide, you can learn:    What it is that makes smoking so addictive The benefits and downsides to quitting “cold turkey�   The latest treatments that have been proven to work, including natural approaches  How to deal with your withdrawal symptoms

A practical guide to helping your teen tackle the tough issues and giving them the tools for success.

Drinking. Being popular. Making good grades. Being thin and fit. Today's teens are constantly bombarded with issues from their classmates, friends, and the media. Trying to handle everything causes stress that can lead to anxiety, depression, alcohol abuse, eating disorders, and even suicidal thoughts. Don't be left in the dark. With fact-driven research and practical advice, Stress-Proof Your Teen addresses these problems to help you help your teens de-stress and live up to their full potential. Topics include:

Do my teen's behaviors and eating habits signal a problem?

Does my teen have a psychological disorder? How can I help them manage it?

How do I know if my teen has been drinking or doing drugs? If so, what can I do?

How can I help my teen maintain healthy dating relationships and friendships?

Smoking stinks. It also kills. Over 100,000 people in the United States die from smoking-related lung cancer every year, yet millions find it difficult to quit the deadly addiction every time they light up. Using the latest research, The Easiest Way to Stop Smoking: Finding the Way That Works Best for You can help you develop the best action plan so you can kick the habit for good. In this simple how-to guide, you can learn:    What it is that makes smoking so addictive The benefits and downsides to quitting “cold turkey�   The latest treatments that have been proven to work, including natural approaches  How to deal with your withdrawal symptoms

A practical guide to helping your teen tackle the tough issues and giving them the tools for success.

Drinking. Being popular. Making good grades. Being thin and fit. Today's teens are constantly bombarded with issues from their classmates, friends, and the media. Trying to handle everything causes stress that can lead to anxiety, depression, alcohol abuse, eating disorders, and even suicidal thoughts. Don't be left in the dark. With fact-driven research and practical advice, Stress-Proof Your Teen addresses these problems to help you help your teens de-stress and live up to their full potential. Topics include:

Do my teen's behaviors and eating habits signal a problem?

Does my teen have a psychological disorder? How can I help them manage it?

How do I know if my teen has been drinking or doing drugs? If so, what can I do?

How can I help my teen maintain healthy dating relationships and friendships?

Smoking stinks. It also kills. Over 100,000 people in the United States die from smoking-related lung cancer every year, yet millions find it difficult to quit the deadly addiction every time they light up. Using the latest research, The Easiest Way to Stop Smoking: Finding the Way That Works Best for You can help you develop the best action plan so you can kick the habit for good. In this simple how-to guide, you can learn:    -What it is that makes smoking so addictive -The benefits and downsides to quitting “cold turkey�   -The latest treatments that have been proven to work, including natural approaches  -How to deal with your withdrawal symptoms

Stress is a feeling created when people react to circumstances or events that affect their lives. Stress rises from everyday problems as well as extraordinary occurrences, and it has biological and psychological components. Teens today experience stress from many different sources, including family, school, social life, sports, and technology. Because stress is an unavoidable part of life, people need ways to manage it and avoid becoming overwhelmed. The Truth About Stress Management takes an in-depth look at stress and stress management. It provides the facts about different types of stress, the consequences of stress, and healthy ways of managing stress. Entries include: Biology of stress responses Blood pressure and stress Emotional stress Exercise and stress Medication Meditation Relaxation therapies Stress in school Stress management techniques Stress rating scales.

Alcohol use and abuse are linked to homicide, suicide, violence, cancer, and accidental deaths, and alcohol is often a key factor in the deaths of young people. But beyond that, even those who don't drink can suffer if someone close to them abuses alcohol. According to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, a person who consumes five or more drinks on at least five different occasions during a month is a heavy drinker. But it isn't necessary to drink heavily to experience some of the problems associated with alcohol abuse.

The Truth About Alcohol, Second Edition presents the facts and figures about alcohol consumption in a clear and balanced format. The A-to-Z entries in this revised resource detail the social, legal, and personal ramifications of alcohol abuse, while personal testimonies and question-and-answer sections provide readers with an inside look at the world of alcoholism.

The Internet has radically altered modern life over the past 20 years. People can learn about or buy almost anything online, and they can do so from the comfort of their homes. However, with the good comes the bad. The Internet is also used to commit identity theft, find potential victims for rip-off scams, search for child pornography, to meet children and teenagers for sex, and many more unsavory illegal behaviors. Teens are especially at risk of online dangers due to their extensive use of mobile computing devices and social networking sites. To help readers avoid and recognize risky behaviors, The Truth About the Internet and Online Predators explains many of the dangers associated with the Internet. The A-to-Z entries detail the social, legal, and personal risks of Internet use, while personal testimonies and question-and-answer sections provide readers with an inside look at common issues online.<\p>

Cigarette smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Smoking is responsible for about 1 in 5 deaths in America annually, or approximately 440,000 deaths each year. While smoking in the U.S. is decreasing, the number of smokers in many other countries continues to rise. Smoking causes more than 5 million deaths each year worldwide. A clear guide for teens on the facts and myths about smoking, The Truth About Smoking, Second Edition provides clear, balanced information on the long-term and short-term effects of this dangerous habit. Examining the social and personal issues that teenagers face such as peer pressure this guide offers sound advice without talking down to its audience. New and revised entries include: Addiction to nicotine Additives in cigarettes Cancer and smoking Cigarette additives Cosmetic effects of smoking Costs of smoking Health insurance and smoking Media and smoking Peer pressure and smoking Therapies for quitting Tobacco as a gateway product Tobacco products Tobacco use and socioeconomic groups The Truth campaign.