The truth about violence
By: Mark J. Kittleson, general editor ; Karl Larson, principal author ; WIlliam McCay, contributing author
Contributors: Kittleson, Mark J., 1952-; McCay, William
Series: The truth about series; Truth about series
Publisher: Facts On File
Published: 2005
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
Number of pages: 166
ISBN-13: 9780816068715
Subjects: JUVENILE NONFICTION; Violence in adolescence; Social Issues; Violence; Juvenile literature; Teenagers
Description: A clear A-to-Z guide to the facts and myths about violence, The Truth About Violence offers an authoritative guide to the many different aspects of this issue. Using personal testimonies, question-and-answer sections, and Fact Or Fiction? sidebars to give a balanced perspective of the topic, this interactive book encourages discussion among peers. Extensive lists of resources, such as websites, hotlines, and suggestions for further reading, help teenagers cope with the gravity of violence.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.
Table of contents: title: Cover; Front Matter; Contents; List of Illustrations; Preface; How to Use This Book; Violent Behavior and Personal Safety; Alcohol and Violence; Assault and Bullying; Communities and Violence; Criminals and Violent Activity; Drugs and Violence; Family Violence; Fight or Flight Response; Gang Violence; Hate Crimes; Homicide; Legal Interventions; Media and Violence; Rehabilitation and Treatment of Perpetrators; Road Rage; School Violence; Self-mutilation; Sexual Violence; Social Costs of Violence; Suicide; Teens and Violence; Violent Behavior, Causes of; War; Weapons of Violence