violent crimes

Examines the relationship between drugs and gun violence in modern society.

Discusses the problem of coping with increasing violence in the community and in the schools.

Examines what happens when a crime is perpetrated against an innocent person and nobody cares, discussing the protection of those responsible for rescuing victims and the legal aspects of such situations, in the United States, overseas, in the air, and on the water.

Contains a selection of primary sources that represent all sides of the debate over gun control and violence.

Uses literature and case studies to chronicle the historic shift in the philosophy of punishing wrongdoers and examines the continuing tension between the desire for personal vengeance and public interest in lawfulness.

Uses real-life examples to illustrate how to handle various dating situations, including setting verbal and emotional boundaries for a relationship and dealing with sexual assault and rape.

Relates accounts of teen violence in school, at home, among friends, and in public places, and offers information for victims about what to do and where to get help.

Presents a discussion of forensic techniques and developments in relation to violent crimes, covering various cases involving serial killers such as Peter Sutcliffe, Richard Speck, and Ted Bundy.