Author Description

When it comes to society's most endemic problems, young people need reliable information coupled with advice they can trust. Coping answers that calling, providing a masterful blend of objective facts on the most challenging issues we face today and sensible guidance for navigating them. Subjects covered include the many threats young people and their families or friends face today, including incarceration, deportation, homelessness, and physical or development disabilities. By arming readers with knowledge and actionable coping strategies, these books empower a new generation to tackle our greatest troubles. Features include: Covers timely topics, including trolling and flaming (hostile interactions on the internet) as well as navigating political disagreements with friends and family. Includes a Myths and Facts feature, in which popular misconceptions get debunked. 10 Great Questions to Ask a Specialist feature gives readers a practical way to apply each book's advice to their own life.