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YAIssues in Society series.
Each volume opens with an introduction explaining the title issue. After presenting facts, current statistics, and research, the authors then delve deeper into issues such as the role of video games in violent or addictive behaviors; each book's final chapter explores possible ways to resolve or mitigate problems. Color photos and occasional "Viewpoint" sections add interest to the dense prose and dull, textbook-like layouts. Reading list, websites. Ind. Review covers the following Issues in Society titles: Do Police Abuse Their Powers?, Are Mobile Devices Harmful?, Are Video Games Harmful?, and Is Social Media Good for Society?.