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Down Syndrome
Peggy J. Parks
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Dec. 1, 2008)Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder that results in a varying combination of birth defects and health problems. Through objective interviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: What Is Down Syndrome? What Causes Down Syndrome? What Are the Ethical Issues of Down Syndrome? Will Research Someday Prevent Down Syndrome?
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Peggy J. Parks
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Dec. 1, 2013)Introduces sexually transmitted diseases and describes their dangers, how they can be prevented, and what progress has been made in the fight against these diseases.
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Depressive Disorders
Carla Mooney
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Dec. 1, 2012)Experts estimate that approximately 10 percent of American adults suffer from a depressive disorder. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines What are Depressive Disorders? What Causes Depressive Disorders? How Do Depressive Disorders Affect People? Can Depressive Disorders Be Treated?
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Hpv
Peggy J. Parks
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Dec. 1, 2008)Human papilloma viruses (HPVs) comprise a group of over 100 related viruses, some of which may be sexually transmitted. Through objective interviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: What Is HPV? What Causes HPV Infection? What Are the Health Risks of HPV? Should the HPV Vaccine Be Mandatory?
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Concussions
Peggy J. Parks
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2013)Offers information on the cause, diagnosis, treatments, risks, and prevention of concussions.
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Digestive Disorders
Peggy J. Parks
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2013)Explains what digestive disorders are, discussing the causes, effects, and treatment of different conditions.
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Impulse Control Disorders
Peggy J. Parks
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2012)Examines information about impulse control disorders, including the five main types and what you can expect from those types, the causes, and what treatments and therapy are available.
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Personality Disorders
Lydia D Bjornlund
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Jan. 15, 2011)The Compact Research series covers a wide range of current topics such as illegal immigration, marijuana, and the world energy crisis. The series is designed to combine the benefits of nonfiction and reference formats and offers students a concise but well-rounded introduction to current topics.
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Anorexia
Peggy J Parks
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2008)Anorexia nervosa is a serious mental health disease that involves compulsive dieting and drastic weight loss, and can lead to serious health problems and even death. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: How Serious Is Anorexia? What Causes Anorexia? What Are the Health Risks of Anorexia? and Can Anorexia Be Cured?
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ADHD
Andrea C. Nakaya
Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Dec. 1, 2008)The American Psychiatric Association estimates that 3 to 7 percent of children in the United States have ADHD. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines What Causes ADHD? How Does ADHD Affect a Person's Life? How Should ADHD Be Treated? and Does Society Need to Change the Way It Approaches ADHD?
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Learning Disabilities
Peggy J Parks
Library Binding (Daniel A. Leone, Aug. 1, 2009)Once believed to be a sign of mental retardation, learning disabilities are now known to result from differences in how a persons brain works and how it processes information. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines, What Are Learning Disabilities? What Causes Learning Disabilities? Can People Overcome Learning Disabilities? Can Learning Disabilities Be Cured?
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Asthma
Hal Marcovitz
Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Dec. 1, 2009)Describes the causes, symptoms, and treatments of asthma, and how people live with it.