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Has been updated in this second edition to include recent theory and practice, providing a comprehensive framework for social work with youth. The content covers four major themes: the ecological-developmental perspective, the process of diagnosing and remedying youth social problems, different methods of helping youth, and helping children with special circumstances. Included are case studies, discussion questions and suggested role-playing exercises. 418 pages. $45. The Guilford Press.

Seeks to get youth thinking and talking about a wide range of issues, such as sex, stress, friendship, food and drugs. The 225 one-page worksheets, designed to be photocopied and passed out, ask kids to fill in blanks, compose short answers and quiz each other about matters such as the nicknames for marijuana, why relationships end and Maslow's hierarchy of needs. The book is marketed for grades 6 through 12, but high schoolers would probably find much of it old hat and rather square. Many of the exercises sound like health class, but some are quite thought-provoking. 262 pages. $29.95. Jossey-Bass.

Explains the value of Tai Chi for children and provides instructions for practicing it. Thomas provides basic background on the effects of stress on children and on how the techniques of Tai Chi and visualization help to alleviate stress. After making the case for Tai Chi, Thomas uses simple explanations and illustrations to display a number of Tai Chi exercises. An excellent resource that can give youth an inexpensive and holistic approach to stress relief. 128 pages. $15.95. Redleaf Press.

The updated and expanded second edition of an acclaimed manual for professionals who teach parents how to manage oppositional behavior in children. The manual includes strategies for a range of ages and is excellent for anyone in the field who is having difficulty helping parents set rules that are followed. 313 pages. $38. Guilford Publications.

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