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Books in Diseases and Disorders of Youth series

  • Kids and Diabetes

    Toney Allman

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2018)
    An introduction to the definition of, causes of, treatments for, and daily life with diabetes.
  • Kids and Cancer

    Toney Allman

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2018)
    An introduction to the definition of, causes of, treatments for, and daily life with cancer.
  • Kids and Asthma

    Kris Hirschmann

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Asthma is a respiratory disease characterized by recurrent attacks of breathlessness, wheezing, and sometimes coughing. It is the most common chronic disease among children worldwide. Kids and Asthma presents a realistic picture of this condition, what is known about its causes, what its like to live with it, and the latest on treatments and cures.
  • Kids and Obesity

    Gail Snyder M.S

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2018)
    In 2013 the American Medical Association declared obesity a disease requiring treatment. Increasingly, it is a disease that affects children and adolescents, representing a problem that if not adequately addressed, may lead them to live shorter lives. Kids and Obesity presents a realistic picture of this disease, what is known about its causes, what its like to live with it, and the latest on treatments and cures.
  • Kids and Autism

    Kris Hirschman

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Explores the definition, causes, treatment, and daily lives of those affected by autism.
  • Kids and ADHD

    Melissa Abramovitz

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Explores the definition, causes, treatment, and daily lives of those affected by ADHD.
  • Lyme Disease: When Ticks Make You Sick

    Raymond J. Lampke

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    Lyme disease is not often discussed, which means the general public knows little about it. Many people are aware that it can be passed from ticks to humans, but questions remain. What are the symptoms? Is it contagious? Can it be treated? What are the best prevention methods? These questions and more are answered in this engaging book, with text that is enhanced with full-color photographs, annotated quotes, and informative sidebars. By fully informing themselves about this disease, readers will know the steps to take if they encounter it as well as how to support a loved one who contracts Lyme disease.
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  • The Ebola Virus

    Kris Hirschmann

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Sept. 29, 2006)
    Learn about the dangerous ebola virus and the disease it causes.
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  • Anxiety and Panic Disorders

    Jennifer Lombardo

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2017)
    "Anxiety disorders are characterized by fear or worry that is disproportionate to the situation and difficult to control. It is sometimes accompanied by panic disorder, which causes panic attacks that often have no apparent trigger. Readers will learn about the different types of these very common disorders, with a focus on how to recognize and treat them, as well as the science behind them"--
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  • Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity

    Michelle Denton

    Paperback (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    "A thorough understanding of the effects of celiac disease and gluten sensitivity as well as how to support a loved one who is dealing with some degree of gluten sensitivity"--
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  • The Dangers of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

    Christine Honders

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2017)
    "Portions of this book originally appeared in Sexually transmitted diseases by Terri Dougherty."
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  • Lyme Disease: When Ticks Make You Sick

    Raymond J. Lampke

    Paperback (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    Lyme disease is not often discussed, which means the general public knows little about it. Many people are aware that it can be passed from ticks to humans, but questions remain. What are the symptoms? Is it contagious? Can it be treated? What are the best prevention methods? These questions and more are answered in this engaging book, with text that is enhanced with full-color photographs, annotated quotes, and informative sidebars. By fully informing themselves about this disease, readers will know the steps to take if they encounter it as well as how to support a loved one who contracts Lyme disease.
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