This first edition text teaches students that not only can the five areas of responsible living can be balanced, but also that they are in fact interconnected in contemporary life. KEY TOPICS: Managing success and achievement by honing life skills with family, peers, school, work, and community. MARKET: Written for new students taking study skills and life skills courses. About the Author: Emergent Learning LLC develops textbooks and software designed to help students succeed in their chosen career. The team of professionals at Emergent Learning has produced numerous texts in areas such as computer education, health science, agriculture, and family and consumer science.