Young people today are inundated with information but often lack the tools for understanding the complex issues that stir public debate; this series provides clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination of the hot-button issues of the day.; This title in the Hot Topic series explores the complex issue of Bullying. During the past two decades, bullying has become a frequent media topic. Recent high-profile cases that resulted in tragic ends have galvanized parents, educators, and public polic; Carefully crafted narrative, fully documented primary and secondary source quotations, informative sidebars, and study questions all provide excellent starting points for research and discussion. Full-color photographs, maps, and charts enhance volumes in