ABC Afterschool Special (1972)
Dramatically presented situations, often controversial, of interest to children and teenagers. Several episodes were either in animated form or presented as documentaries. Topics included illiteracy, substance abuse and teenage pregnancy.
Writing:
Stars:
- Courtney Flavin
- Tracey Thompson
- Beth Thompson
Stars:
Season 14 Episode List
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Episode 1 - No Greater Gift
Release Date: 1985-09-11 -
Episode 2 - Cindy Eller: A Modern Fairy Tale
Release Date: 1985-10-09 -
Episode 3 - Don't Touch
Release Date: 1985-11-06A teen-aged girl named Karen Anderson suspects that Molly Stewart, the 6-year-old girl she is baby-sitting, is behaving quite strangely around an adult friend of the Stewarts. Turns out that the man is likely molesting Molly. Karen tries to bring the matter to the Stewarts' attention, but they only take action when it is almost too late. This special takes a look at child molestation and explores the warning signs people should notice.
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Episode 4 - Can a Guy Say No?
Release Date: 1986-02-12 -
Episode 5 - Are You My Mother?
Release Date: 1986-03-05 -
Episode 6 - Getting Even: A Wimp's Revenge
Release Date: 1986-03-19