aggressiveness (psychology)

Explores the issues surrounding aggression in girls, discussing why the signs of aggression are harder to recognize in girls than boys, how parents can help their daughter's deal with aggression, and the negative impact aggression can have on teenage girls' lives.

Presents findings on the mechanism of aggression and the means by which animals control destructive drives in the interest of the species.

Featuring full-color photographs and Web sites, this book discusses statistics about bullying in schools, the effects of bullying, and why people may bully or become targets of bullies.

Featuring full-color photographs and Web sites, this book focuses on rehabilitation--including whom to ask for help, how to make it right with victims, and how to channel feelings in positive ways.

Examines what bullying is, why bullies behave the way they do, and why victims take the abuse, and discusses ways that people are working to end bullying.

Explores social and scientific theories about the causes of aggression and suggests several strategies for coping with it.

Discusses theories about violence in historical perspective and re-examines the relationship between war and politics, violence and power.

Examines the roots and outward manifestations of aggression and violence, the role of society and the individual, and what can be done to lessen the trend toward violent behavior and encourage a peaceful approach.

Tells the fictional story of Jada, a teenager whose boyfriend is popular and athletic but also aggressive and mean to other kids; and includes research and information about aggression issues and bullying.

Discusses violence in sports, including why it occurs, ways in which it manifests, parental violence in youth sports, and possible solutions.