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The sins of Brother Curtis: a story of betrayal, conviction, and the Mormon Church
Par Lisa Davis. 2011
Journalist Lisa Davis recounts how Mormon Sunday-school teacher Frank Curtis preyed on his young charges, even as he was protected…
by the church elders who knew of his behavior. She also describes events leading up to his crimes and the assembly of the case against his behavior. Some explicit descriptions of sex. 2011Buzzed: the straight facts about the most used and abused drugs from alcohol to ecstasy
Par Cynthia Kuhn, Scott Swartzwelder, Wilkie Wilson. 2014
Updated fourth edition describes the physiological effects of drugs on the body, including dangerous interactions and addiction potential. Discusses caffeine,…
nicotine, and alcohol as well as illegal and prescription drugs. Provides information on the brain and medical and legal issues involving drugs. Glossary of drug slang appended. 2014Dreamland: the true tale of America's opiate epidemic
Par Sam Quinones. 2015
Journalist investigates the impact of addiction to opiates, including morphine, OxyContin, and heroin. Focusing particularly on the town of Portsmouth,…
Ohio, the author discusses the ways people become addicted and the ways those addictions are fed, primarily through prescriptions and drugs smuggled from Mexico. 2015We have met the enemy: self-control in an age of excess
Par Daniel Akst. 2011
Akst examines the many forms that excess takes in early twenty-first century America, such as overeating, overspending, and procrastination. Akst…
discusses the importance and challenge of willpower against the temptations he describes, and calls for individuals to exercise more control in their daily lives. 2011Breaking free: true stories of girls who escaped modern slavery
Par Abby Sher. 2014
Profiles of three girls who claim to have been subjected to human sex trafficking: Somaly Mam, Minh Dang, and Maria…
Suarez. Discusses their experiences and how they escaped. Includes resources for learning more about how sex trafficking happens and ways to fight it. Violence and some explicit descriptions of sex. For senior high and older readers. 2014Not my father's son: a memoir
Par Alan Cumming. 2014
Emmy- and Tony Award-winning actor reflects on growing up with an abusive father, his years in show business, and the…
family secrets and stories that were revealed when he agreed to be on an episode of the genealogy show Who Do You Think You Are?. Strong language. Bestseller. 2014The wild truth
Par Carine McCandless. 2014
The author, whose brother Chris was the subject of Jon Krakauer's bestselling Into the Wild (DB 41823) and a movie…
directed by Sean Penn, now describes the dysfunctional family dynamics behind Chris's rejection of conventional life and ill-fated Alaskan journey. Strong language and some violence. 2014La distancia entre nosotros (Atria Espanol)
Par Reyna Grande. 2013
A memoir chronicling Grande's family history in the aftermath of her parents leaving Mexico in search of the American Dream.…
Upon her mother's return, Grande prepares for her own journey to "the Other Side" to live with the man who has haunted her imagination for years--her absent father. Spanish language. 2013The power of women: A doctor's journey of hope and healing
Par Denis Mukwege. 2021
From Nobel laureate, world-renowned doctor, and noted human rights activist Dr. Denis Mukwege comes an inspiring clarion call-to-action to confront…
the scourge of sexual violence and better learn from women's resilience, strength, and power. At the heart of Dr. Mukwege's message will be the voices of the many women he has worked with over the years. Dr. Mukwege will use individual cases to reassure all survivors that, even if their psychological wounds may never fully heal, they can recover and thrive with the right care and support. Dr. Mukwege's dramatic personal story is interwoven throughout as he explores the bigger issues that have become a focus of his advocacy. He will seek to explain why sexual violence is so often overlooked during war, and how governments need to recognize and compensate victims. He will also stress the importance of breaking down the taboos surrounding assault, and the necessity of building a system that supports women who come forward. His words advocate for saying "no" to indifference and he asks listeners to reckon with the West's involvement in perpetuating sexual violence in places like the Democratic Republic of Congo, and to confront the abuse taking place in their own communities. Sexual violence does not occur in a vacuum. The conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which has raged for over 20 years and has claimed an estimated 5 million lives, is inseparable from Western patriarchy and economic colonization. And this cycle of violence and spoils is not limited to Congo. Dr. Mukwege's work has led him to South Korea, Latin America, the Middle East, and elsewhere in Africa, where he has found striking similarities in women's testimonies. The truth is, through the intricate ties of the global economy, we are all implicated in violence against women—whether it occurs amidst the fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo or on college campuses in the West. And Dr. Mukwege's writing will address men as well, encouraging and guiding them to become allies in the fight against sexual abuse, in war and in peace. Building more inclusive, gender-balanced societies will require developing what he calls "positive masculinity"—a systemic change in male behavior and attitudes towards women. Dr. Mukwege hopes to inspire other men to speak out and join the struggle, rather than leaving women to fight the battle alone. He will also make the case, drawing from his experience and a wealth of research on the topic, that when women are involved as economic and political decision makers, all of society benefits. The Power of Women will illuminate the enduring strength of women in the face of violence and trauma, and give hope for the potential of individuals to turn the tide. A Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books "The book we all need to be paying attention to now. The voices of women in Eastern Congo reverberate throughout Dr. Mukwege's moving account of the causes and consequences of sexual violence. Weaving together their stories with accounts from across the world, he calls on us all to emulate the strength of women for the sake of the world." — Emma Watson , actor and activist "There are real heroes out there. There's Denis Mukwege." — Michaela Coel , creator of I May Destroy You and author of MisfitsS Street rising: crack, murder, and redemption in D.C
Par Ruben Castaneda. 2014
Journalist details his years covering the crime beat for the Washington Post even as he struggled with an addiction to…
crack cocaine. Describes the culture of Washington, D.C., in the 1990s and profiles a homicide detective with whom Castaneda became friendly. Some violence and some descriptions of sex. 2014A chance to win: boyhood, baseball, and the struggle for redemption in the inner city
Par Jonathan Schuppe. 2013
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist recounts the life of Rodney Mason, an ex-con drug dealer from Newark's rough South Ward, who was…
shot and paralyzed. Highlights the positive changes in Mason, such as his involvement with a Little League team to help boys avoid the dangerous street life. Strong language. 2013A call to action: women, religion, violence, and power
Par Jimmy Carter. 2014
Former U.S. president Carter (born 1924) synthesizes reports of violence and discrimination against women across the world, with particular attention…
to restrictions and abuses based on religious principles. Concludes with twenty-three proposed actions to improve the situation for women. Bestseller. 2014Beyond addiction: how science and kindness help people change : a guide for families
Par Stephanie Higgs, Carrie Wilkens, Nicole Kosanke, Jeffrey Foote. 2014
Drawing on their collective forty years of clinic experience, the authors offer supportive, nonconfrontational techniques to promote positive behavioral change…
in family members struggling with addiction and compulsive disorders. They share case studies demonstrating that kindness, positive reinforcement, and motivational strategies helped loved ones change their behavior. 2014Quit smoking for life: a simple, proven 5-step plan
Par Suzanne Schlosberg. 2014
Proven techniques to quit smoking, endorsed by the American Cancer Society, from the Seattle-based company Alere Wellbeing and its Quit…
for Life Team. Uses case studies to illustrate techniques for fighting urges, controlling the environment, and using nicotine-replacement medications. 2014Drink: the intimate relationship between women and alcohol
Par Ann Dowsett Johnston. 2013
Award-winning Canadian journalist chronicles her own recovery while examining the worldwide phenomenon of female alcoholism. Combines personal anecdotes with research…
to explore the psychological, social, and workplace factors that lead to alcohol abuse and discusses ways to combat it. Some strong language. 2013Pilgrim's wilderness: a true story of faith and madness on the Alaska Frontier
Par Tom Kizzia. 2013
Journalist chronicles the life of Robert "Papa Pilgrim" Hale, a Christian fundamentalist, who moved his wife and fifteen children to…
Alaska in 2002. Discusses Hale's run-ins with neighbors and officials and federal agents' discoveries of abuse in the Hale household. Some violence and some strong language. 2013Breaking addiction: a 7-step handbook for ending any addiction
Par Lance M. Dodes. 2011
In this companion to The Heart of Addiction (DB 64896), Harvard Medical School psychiatrist shares case studies about getting to…
the root of addictive behavior. Offers a seven-step solution and proactive approaches for taking back control. Some strong language. 2011Lost girls: an unsolved American mystery
Par Robert Kolker. 2013
New York magazine writer fleshes out the lives of five suspected victims of a serial killer--all escorts who advertised online--whose…
bodies were found on the barrier islands of Long Island in 2010 and 2011. Describes investigators' efforts to solve the murders. Violence and strong language. 2013You need help!: a step-by-step plan to convince a loved one to get counseling
Par Mark S. Komrad. 2012
Johns Hopkins psychiatrist offers advice to families and friends of people who need help coping with emotional or behavioral problems.…
Uses case studies to discuss ways to broach the subject, find appropriate professional assistance, and persuade someone to use it. 2012Inside rehab: the surprising truth about addiction treatment : and how to get help that works
Par Anne M. Fletcher. 2013
Award-winning health writer investigates the effectiveness of drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers by visiting fifteen treatment programs and interviewing clients,…
counselors, and administrators. Challenges common beliefs about addiction and offers insight into different types of therapy, success rates, and keys to recovery. 2013