"Experts say that as many as 1 in 68 American kids may fall somewhere on the autism spectrum. Autism affects people's ability to communicate and socialize. The disorder can be a challenge sometimes, but people with autism are also capable of amazing things. Learning as much as you can about the disorder can make it easier to cope with it. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like...

"Have you ever worried that you've forgotten something important, even though another part of your brain knew everything was fine? We all do this from time to time. But some people can't stop themselves from checking, or counting, or washing their hands. These are symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder. OCD can leave people feeling helpless and out of control. Fortunately, there is treatment available for OCD to help these people regain control...

"This book looks at the problems of homelessness--not only the challenges, but also how families can meet and rise above them."--

"Everybody feels anxious sometimes; it's just part of being human. But for some people, those nervous feelings never go away. When anxiety gets so bad that it stops people from doing the things they want to do, it could be an anxiety disorder. Fortunately, there are lots of things people can do to feel better. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like they are alone with their problems....

"Pregnancy and childbirth might be the most common way to expand a family, but its far from the only one. When eager parents reach out to babies or older kids whose biological families cant care for them, brand-new families are formed. This book discusses the challenges also many blessings of adoptive families. "What is a family?" What used to seem like a simple question has grown ever more complex. The set explores the different types of family structures...

"The Sexual Violence and Harassment set provides useful information on assault and harassment prevention, what to do if it happens anyway, how to date safely, how to recognize unhealthy relationships, and how to get help with abuse." --

"This book takes a candid and nonjudgmental look at the basic information on sexual health and gender identity"--Back cover.

"Did you know that grizzly bears claws can grow up to 4 inches (10 cm) long or that these huge bears can run surprisingly fast? Learn fascinating facts like these and more"--

"Feeling sad sometimes is a normal part of life. Having depression, however, is different from being sad. People with depression may feel empty or hopeless, leaving them uninterested in activities that used to be enjoyable. Depression is a very common and very serious mental disorder. Fortunately, there are ways to treat depression and strategies to help people feel better."-- "Feeling sad sometimes is a normal part of being human. But for some people,...