Identity Theft

by Jim Whiting

Overview

The In Controversy series examines the complex, controversial issues of the day by breaking them into smaller pieces. By studying a specific issue, for example the ethics of embryonic stem cell research, rather than the entire stem cell research debate, students gain a more solid and focused understanding of a topic as a whole. Each book in the series provides a clear, insightful discussion of the issues, integrating facts and a variety of contrasting opinions for a solid, balanced perspective. Personal accounts and direct quotes from academic and professional experts, advocacy groups, politicians, and others enhance the narrative. Sidebars add depth to the discussion by expanding on important ideas and events. For quick reference, a list of key facts concludes every chapter. Source notes, an annotated organizations list, bibliography, and index provide student researchers with additional tools for papers and class discussion.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781601524546
Publisher:	ReferencePoint Press, Incorporated
Publication date:	08/28/2012
Series:	In Controversy Series
Pages:	96
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.10(d)
Lexile:	1270L (what's this?)
Age Range:	13 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Foreword 4

Introduction: From Riches to Rags 6

Chapter 1 What Are the Roots of the Identity Theft Problem? 10

Chapter 2 How Big a Problem Is Identity Theft? 25

Chapter 3 How Serious a Threat Are Hackers? 40

Chapter 4 Can Identity Theft Be Prevented? 53

Chapter 5 What Are the Challenges of Reclaiming a Stolen Identity? 67

Source Notes 79

Related Organizations and Websites 84

Additional Reading 88

Index 90

Picture Credits 95

About the Author 96