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Raising a child responsibly in a sexually permissive world

This is a WONDERFUL book for parents of all kinds. The Gordons understand how complicated it is to teach kids good sexual values--without being negative about sex--in our sex-crazed world. This book provides practical advice that covers a wide range of issues, such as: self-esteem, how families have changed, the media's sexual messages, school sex education, why kids need more than "just say no", and what to do when kids think they're "in love."

My body, my self for boys: the "what's happening to my body" workbook

A fact-filled and fun workbook created especially for 8- to 15-year-old boys as the companion to The "What's Happening To My Body?" Book for Boys. Packed with drawings, cartoons, games, checklists, quizzes, and innovative exercises, this helpful workbook includes special sections on the body, body image, height, weight, growing size and shape, hair, voice changes, perspiration, pimples, reproductive organs, sexuality, emotional problems of puberty, diet, and health.

How sex works: a clear, comprehensive guide for teenagers to emotional, physical, and sexual maturity

Endorsed by the Family Planning Association, this book is an illustrated guide for today's sexually aware teenagers. For them, sex is a minefield. They want to know how to handle sex, whether the myths they hear are true, what everything looks like, and what's normal. The authors, parents themselves, explain the physical changes that occur and deal perceptively with the emotions, self-doubts and pressures of this volatile time. They give practical information on creating good relationships, dealing with peer pressure, making emotional decisions, what intercourse is like, contraceptive choices, and practising safe sex. The emphasis throughout is on helping teenagers to develop mature and happy relationships.

The Sexuality Education Challenge: Promoting Healthy Sexuality in Young People

This book offers the insights and perspectives of 39 sexuality educators. The collection of essays, full of theoretical considerations and practical implications, addresses the needs of those responsible for educating young people about sexuality and examines the major issues and concerns of sexuality education within the school setting.

How can you tell if you’re really in love?

For many individuals a striking gap exists between the public image of love and their personal history of it. Because film and TV images usually depict love as sensational and glamorous they do not even remotely resemble most people's private experience. Thus, feelings of inadequacy and internal conflicts can develop. There is a widespread failure to understand that individuals get hurt because they don't feel loved, not because they don't know how to make love. Dr Gordon's new book is packed with advice, including:

* Ingredients for a successful relationship.

* Tendencies that lead people to the wrong partner.

* Patterns to avoid in relationships.

* How to tell if you have met the right person.

The “go ask Alice” book of answers: a guide to good physical, sexual, and emotional health.

Was it a one-night stand or true love? What are the symptoms of chlamydia? How do I know if my drinking is out of control? While questions like these may be a parent's worst nightmare, they weigh heavily on the minds of today's teens and twentysomethings. Thankfully, The "Go Ask Alice" Book of Answers has come to the rescue, providing straightforward, nonjudgmental, comprehensive answers to the toughest, most embarrassing questions teens (and adults) have about their sexual, emotional, and physical health.