Understanding the Human Volcano: What Teens Can Do about Violence helps young people function in an increasingly violent and less secure world. This book explores important topics such as: The combination of forces that create "human volcanoes" who explode with rage and violence. The "hidden" violence that permeates our entertainment, news, and language. Because we've all become desensitized to this destructive force, we must learn to see the media with new eyes. How tolerating behaviors such as teasing, sarcasm, and bullying, which often leave emotional scars, actually encourages future acts of violence. Specific steps young people can take to reduce violence in their personal behavior, their relationships with family and friends, and in their schools and communities. Throughout the book, readers will find powerful quotes, stories, lessons, and guidance from young people who've struggled with the direct impact of violence in their lives. Simply put, The Human Volcano is about understanding and then doing something to reduce violence in our world. This is an important, highly relevant, and necessary book for the times. It's a book that offers hope to us all. Back to The Human Volcano home page