Maria Hong, Family Abuse: A National Epidemic. Springfield, NJ: Enslow, 1997. An overview of the problem of family violence, including child abuse; domestic violence; and elder, sibling, and parent abuse. Includes sections on society's role and where to find help.

Margaret O. Hyde, Know About Abuse. New York: Walker, 1992. An easy-to-read discussion of family violence, including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. Examines how and why family violence occurs and suggests what you can do to help yourself or a friend.

Barrie Levy and Patricia Occhiuzzo Giggans, What Parents Need to Know About Dating Violence. Seattle: Seal Press, 1995. Written for parents, this book contains information on abusive relationships which is important for all teens to know. Easy to read with many true-life stories and lists to help identify abusive behavior in a relationship.

Susan Mufson and Rachel Kranz, Straight Talk About Child Abuse. New York: Facts...