Lucent overview series.

Examines the origins of the U.S. presidency and how it fits into the American system of government, as well as the many roles the president plays.

Examines the nature of eating disorders, their causes, warning signs, and effects, and how to deal with them.

Discusses recycling, its value and realities, and the search for innovative recycling ideas.

Examines various aspects of teenage sexuality, including teen pregnancy and parenthood, school health clinics, homosexuality, and sex education.

Examines teens and drunk driving, discussing how drinking affects driving ability, who drinks and drives and why, the law and drunk driving, and preventing drunk driving tragedies.

Traces the history of the fight for the right to vote for women in the United States, from the Woman's Rights Convention of 1848 to the passing of the nineteenth amendment in 1920.

Discusses the history and economic impact of tobacco smoking and examines such issues as addiction and disease, smoking and teenagers, and civil rights as related to smoking.

Describes how oil spills occur, how they affect the environment, and how they can be cleaned up and prevented.

Discusses the issue of using animals for experiments, entertainment, cosmetics, clothing, and education.

Examines the problem of drug abuse among young people in the United States, discussing the various drugs that are used and why, consequences of drug use, and ways to prevent and treat this problem.

Discusses the nature and necessity of ozone in relation to the global environment and air pollution, and examines the greenhouse effect and ways to prevent it. Also the effects ozone depletion has on humans and other life forms on earth.

"In cartoon format, explains the history, role, and responsibilities of Congress in United States government"--Provided by publisher.