Books in Diseases and Disorders of Youth series

These books offer readers a means of understanding various ailments; clear, careful explanations offer insight into what these conditions are, what causes them, how we cope with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention.; In this new addition to the Diseases and Disorders series, author Toney Allman discusses the devastating effects of radiation sickness. After exploring the fundamentals of radiation and the various methods of possible radiation exposure, Allman uses examp; All volumes in the series include primary and secondary quotations, annotated bibliographies, detailed indexes, and lists of organizations to contact for additional information.

These books offer readers a means of understanding various ailments; clear, careful explanations offer insight into what these conditions are, what causes them, how we cope with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention.; ; All volumes in the series include primary and secondary quotations, annotated bibliographies, detailed indexes, and lists of organizations to contact for additional information.

These books offer readers a means of understanding various ailments; clear, careful explanations offer insight into what these conditions are, what causes them, how we cope with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention.; In this addition to the Diseases and Disorders series, author Barbara Sheen provides an overview of cerebral palsy, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. A chapter on supportive therapies includes a comprehensive discussion of availabl; All volumes in the series include primary and secondary quotations, annotated bibliographies, detailed indexes, and lists of organizations to contact for additional information.

These books offer readers a means of understanding various ailments; clear, careful explanations offer insight into what these conditions are, what causes them, how we cope with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention.; ; All volumes in the series include primary and secondary quotations, annotated bibliographies, detailed indexes, and lists of organizations to contact for additional information.

This book describes what depression is, different symptoms associated with different types of depression, how it is treated and how people with depression cope with the disorder. Depression is a common mental disorder affecting people of both sexes, all ages and all backgrounds that can significantly impair social functioning, health, and quality of life. This book describes the different types of depression and the associated symptoms used to diagnose them. It details the treatments available and their effectiveness, and looks at how people living with depression cope with the disorder.