Books in Your Health Series series

Depression-it's not just for adults. Some studies suggest that as many as one in eight teens suffer from major depression. And teens aren't immune to other types of mental health disorders, including anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and psychotic illnesses. Tragically, an estimated two-third of all young people with mental health problems are not getting the help they need. This title in the Teen Health Series provides teenagers with needed information about the causes of mental health problems, warning signs, and treatment options. It also provides tips on such topics as developing a positive self-image, making and keeping friends, understanding emotional development, handling anger and stress, and overcoming trauma. Directories of resources, including toll-free telephone numbers and Internet addresses, are also provided.

Cancer Information for Teens Teens need a reliable source of no-nonsense health information whether they are wondering about their own health, concerned about a friend or family member, or writing a report for school. Cancer Information for Teens, Fourth Edition, presents updated facts about cancer causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. It explains how cancer occurs in the body and describes some warning signs. A chapter focused on cancer myths helps teens sort fact from fiction. For teens that do have cancer, the book gives practical advice about important topics, such as which questions to ask health care providers and how to cope with treatment side effects and changes in body image. Social worries at school and among friends are addressed, and cancer survivorship issues, including fertility concerns, are discussed frankly. A separate section focuses on teens with friends or family members who have cancer. Finally, a resource section provides suggestions for additional reading, a directory of web-based support sources, and list of websites for finding cancer trials. The Teen Health Series Cancer Information for Teens, Fourth Edition is part of the Teen Health Series, a leading resource for librarians, teachers, and students who are looking for medical information that is authoritative, well-organized, and easy-to use. Teens and other readers will find the volumes in the Teen Health Series to be excellent resources for reference, research, and personal information. About the Publisher The Omnigraphics mission has been to provide authoritative and engaging reference resources to libraries and schools. Spanning the areas of biography, history, health, culture, and ready reference, the Omnigraphics products have been consistently recognized for demonstrating the same uncompromising quality throughout the years.

HPV is one of the most commonand yet most widely misunderstoodsexually transmitted infections. Based on the premise that knowledge is power, this informative text presents readers with the facts about human papillomavirus, genital warts, and the types of cancer that certain strands of HPV can cause. The science behind the virus and its transmission are fully detailed alongside a discussion of prevention, screenings, and diagnosis. The pros and cons of vaccination and various forms of treatment are presented without bias, along with opinions from medical experts and testimonials from real patients. Armed with facts, readers can take control over their sexual health.