Nobody can prepare you for all the issues you'll encounter when it comes to teenagers. Whether you work with teens or are trying to parent them, chances are that you've already run into a few things that you felt completely unprepared or ill equipped to deal with. You're not alone In this hard-hitting series of books, you'll find answers to the difficult questions you face when challenges arise. In What Do I Do When Teenagers Encounter Bullying and Violence?, Dr. Steven Gerali will help you: * Understand the issues of bullying, violence, and aggression * Grasp the factors that play into the issue, including the gender difference in the issue * Identify the profiles of the aggressors, victims, and gangs * Explore how theology informs the issue * Delve into questions that demand theological consideration, such as 'Why are people so cruel?' and 'Why does God allow suffering?' * Get tips to help prevent bullying in your youth group and how to transform the bully and empower the victim * Find ways to deal with the issue when it is specifically targeted at your youth group With this practical book, you'll have what you need to help the victims and transform the bullies, and you'll find plenty of resources for help beyond what you're able to give.Editorial ReviewsAbout the AuthorDr. Steven Gerali is a speaker, professor, and clinical counselor recognized around the world as an expert in the field of adolescence and youth ministry. He is the author of several books about the issues of adolescence. Before becoming a professor of youth ministry, Steve served for more than 25 years as pastor of student ministries at churches in Arizona and Illinois in the United States. He is the father of two grown daughters and he currently lives in southern California with his wife, Jan. SPANISH BIO: Dr. Steven Gerali es un orador, profesor y consejero reconocido en todo el mundo como experto en el campo de la adolescencia y el Ministerio Juvenil. Es autor de varios libros sobre la problematica de la adolescencia. Antes de convertirse en profesor del Ministerio Juvenil, Steve sirvio por mas de 25 anos como pastor en los ministerios estudiantiles de iglesias en Arizona e Illinois, en los Estados Unidos. Es padre de dos hijas ya mayores, y reside actualmente en el sur de California junto a su esposa Jan.