This is a biography of the scientist and humanitarian who discovered the vaccine for polio, a disease which crippled many people in the early part of the twentieth century.

Examines the history, health effects, social issues, and legal status of different types of synthetic drugs through objective overviews, primary sources, and illustrated statistics.

Human-alien encounters---Juvenile literature. 2. Unidentified flying objects---Juvenile literature. 1. Title

Provides an overview of different types of anxiety disorders, discussing their symptoms, causes, and treatment options.

Discusses the issues of teenage sex and pregnancy, including the severity of the problem in modern society, the consequences of teenage sex and pregnancy, and the controversy over sex education in schools.

Explores such topics as teen athletes, top sports for teens, benefits of sports and exercise, physical activity goals, sports risks, and drugs and sports.

Pain medications serve a legitimate purpose, but the abuse of opioid painkillers represents a serious health threat. The Dangers of Painkillers discusses the scope of the problem; effects of use and abuse; addiction; treatment and recovery; and prevention

"Although sexual harassment has been a known problem for a very long time, the prevalence was mostly based on educated guesses, rather than actual research. But #MeToo helped change that, serving as a catalyst for more groups to start collecting information. Along with the fear of losing their jobs, the likelihood of co-worker retaliation often stops people from reporting sexual harassment"--

Examines art of the Impressionist movement and its many artists.

Provides an overview of eating disorders, examing what they are, why they develop, and what treatment options are available.