About the Book

This title examines one of the worlds critical issues, suicide. Readers will learn the historical background of the issue, leading up to its current and future impact on society. Discussed in detail are the causes of suicide, including mental disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, and the effects of suicide on the victims family, friends, and society as a whole. Also covered are suicide bombers, their mission, and their effect on society. Suicide-related legal acts, such as the Death with Dignity Act, are also covered. Engaging text, informative sidebars, and color photographs present information realistically, leaving readers with a thorough, honest interpretation of suicide. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, Web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Issues is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Product Details

Media: Library Binding Book, 112 pages

Series: Essential Issues

Publisher: Abdo Publishing Company

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1604539585

Edition: Unknown

ISBN-13: 9781604539585

Publication Date: Jan. 1st, 2010

Dimensions: 6.10 x 9.10 x 0.50 inches

Shipping Weight: 0.80 lbs

• Categories: Children's Suicide