Suicide & self-destructive behaviors
Suicide and self-destructive behaviors
Joan Esherick
- 128 pages color illustrations 24 cm.
- Young adult's guide to the science of health .
Includes bibliographical references (pages 116-120) and index.
A matter of degree : pushing the limits doesn't have to cause harm -- Chemical enhancement : substance abuse from rehab to rave -- Risky relationships : casual sex in a world of STIs -- Self-injury : it's not what you think -- Eating disorders : pursuing perfection in an air-brushed world -- Suicide : a permanent fix for temporary problems.
Examines the causes and consequences of five self-destructive behaviors in teens, offers treatment options, and identifies less-risky alternatives that support teenagers' independence seeking goals.