Scholars analyze the emergence of youth culture in music and powerful trends in gender and ethnic-racial representation, sexuality, substance use, and violence in the media in this text. It shows the evolution of teen portrayal, the potential consequences, and the ways policy-makers and parents can respond.
Part of the Adolescent Mental Health Initiative series, this book addresses some of the mental health issues facing young people: depression, alcoholism, drug abuse, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders. It provides information on getting a diagnosis, treatment options, and coping with mental illness at home and at school.