Violence Against Women
A Young Woman's Guide to Contemporary Issues
Violence against women is a crime punishable by law and a major public health issue. Girls and women in the United States may be subjected to violence at home, while out with friends, at work, or when they least expect it. Women in the U.S. military are as likely to be harmed by their comrades as by the enemy. Although efforts to eradicate this violence are being made at all levels of government, programs initiated by and for teens may ultimately prove to have the greatest effect on achieving this goal. By looking at the similarities and the differences among many types of violence against women, readers will gain a better understanding of what the challenges are for stopping it.
* Reviews *
Series Review: A Young Woman's Guide to Contemporary Issues"This series discusses a variety of women's issues in a frank and accessible way. The short sections that compose each chapter provide clear basics on timely, sometimes controversial, issues facing young women today. The length and layout makes the series perfect for browsing...most teenagers will appreciate an honest presentation of issues that pose legitimate concerns in their lives. The series directly supports curriculum covered in health and life management classes."
--Library Media Connection
Series Review: A Young Woman's Guide to Contemporary Issues
"These books explore some of the challenges facing modern young women. Facts are shared in a conversational tone, creating the sense of a chat with a big sister. In Relationships, a chapter on being your own best friend demonstrates the empowering mindset of this series. Reproductive Rights features an even-handed look at the pro-life/pro-choice debate along with a vast amount of information on contraception. Though the volumes are designed for personal reading and browsing, the data provided are accurate and also lend themselves to use in reports. This series will be of great interest."
--School Library Journal
