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Sleep Disorders
What Keeps People Up at Night?
by Simon Pierce
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Although medical experts know people need sleep to remain healthy, many of the mechanics of sleep remain a mystery, which can make it difficult to diagnose and treat sleep disorders. Through informative main text, annotated quotes, detailed charts, and engaging sidebars, readers learn about these difficulties as well as the realities of living with sleep disorders such as insomnia and narcolepsy. A list of organizations to contact for further resources and support is also available for readers who want to go more in-depth into a particular disorder that they or a loved one may be suffering from.
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Understanding Personality Disorders
by Christine Krolewicz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Personality disorders are so widely misunderstood that most people who live with them never receive help. This book explores the age-old question of 'What is 'normal'?' to help young adults understand where the line is drawn between healthy and disordered personalities. Mental health experts' current understanding of personality disorders, including causes and treatments, is explained in this engaging text, supplemented with informative sidebars and full-color photographs. Readers will develop an understanding of what it is like to live with a personality disorder or be close to someone who does, gaining a sense of hope as they read.
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PTSD
Causes and Care
by Simon Pierce
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, has long been misunderstood, even by medical and psychological professionals. Formerly called shell-shock, it was considered a disorder that exclusively affected soldiers. Today, this myth persists, and many people are still unaware that any traumatic event can be the catalyst for PTSD. Understanding the facts about this disorder helps young adults learn the best way to interact with a loved one who has it or learn whether their own symptoms warrant seeking further help. Annotated quotes from medical experts, detailed graphs, and full-color photographs show readers this disorder from all sides.
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Autism Spectrum Disorder
by Sarah Goldy-Brown
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Not all autistic people are alike. One person living with autism spectrum disorder may not speak, while another may enjoy talking to friends and family. Educating readers about the facts concerning autism is important, as much misinformation is spread through the media. Readers discover the science behind this disorder and the ways it is diagnosed and treated today. Detailed infographics offer statistics at a glance, and a list of organizations to contact provides resources for people living with autism spectrum disorder, as well as their family and friends.
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Drug Addiction and Substance Use Disorders
by Nicole Horning
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Drug addiction and substance use disorders affect millions worldwide. This essential guide to a growing problem helps readers gain a deeper understanding of how people can become addicted to drugs and the dangerous effects of drug and alcohol abuse. Through annotated quotations by experts in the field, treatments for these disorders are explained. Information is provided on current research and how various countries handle drug and alcohol abuse. Sidebars and graphs are included to help readers fully understand how the problem affects society, thereby reducing the stigma surrounding drug and alcohol addiction.
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Phobias
When Fear Becomes Irrational
by Maeve Losito
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Fear is a natural human response that developed to help people survive, but it can be more of a hindrance than a help. A phobia is a fear of something that is not inherently harmful that interferes with a person's daily life. These fears are explained through up-to-date charts and annotated quotes from medical experts that augment the informative main text, which aims to help readers separate myth from fact regarding phobias. A list of organizations to contact gives young adults somewhere to turn in developing healthy coping mechanisms for their own phobias or those of their loved ones.
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The Zika Virus
by Michelle Denton
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Although the Zika virus was identified in the late 1940s, a mass outbreak did not occur until recently. Because most of the world is not immune to this virus, it spreads very quickly. Readers discover the history of the Zika virus, facts about its recent spread, the symptoms of the disease, and ways people can protect themselves against it. Full-color photographs and engaging sidebars augment this detailed discussion of a disease that is still mysterious too much of the general public.
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Leukemia
by Melissa Abramovitz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Leukemia, also known as A.L.L., is the most common cancer in children, adolescents, and young adults younger than 20 years old. It applies to several diseases of the blood-forming tissues, encountered in both sexes and at all ages. This book explains the different types of leukemia and what is currently known about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for each. With full-color photographs and illustrations, this book offers the latest statistics along with information on new treatments, drugs, and future research.
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Concussions and Other Brain Trauma
by Ryan Nagelhout
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Traumatic brain injuries are dangerous, especially if they are not recognized and treated promptly. Readers discover that repeated brain injuries may result in effects such as changed personality, depression, and memory loss. In contact sports such as football and hockey, the chance of sustaining a concussion or other form of brain trauma increases dramatically, so this information is especially valuable for young athletes. Through detailed photographs and informative infographics, readers are presented with additional information about the effects of brain trauma as well as precautions they can take to avoid it.
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MRSA
by Barbara Sheen
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
MRSA, or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, is an infection caused by a strain of staph that is resistant to broad-spectrum antibiotics. This book explains what is unique about MRSA bacteria, the symptoms of MRSA infections, and how they are currently treated. Health care and community strains of MRSA occur in different settings, and the different risk factors and strategies for prevention are also discussed.
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Osteoporosis
by Melissa Abramovitz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
While osteoporosis or porous bones may not be a concern for your students as it is an aging disease, there are still things they can do to ensure that the gradual bone loss that will occur in their lives can be staved off. Because it's a common condition, it will touch their lives through people the love. This book helps to explain what it is, what causes it, and preventative measures that can be done at any age to curb the effects of bone lose. Medical advances are also discussed. The bright photographs, charts, diagrams, and sidebars share important information that is perfect for report writers and researchers.
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The Dangers of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
by Christine Honders
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Sexually transmitted diseases are an unfortunate danger for people who are sexually active. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that half of all sexually transmitted infections affect people ages 15 to 24, so it is crucial to educate young adults about the consequences of unprotected sex before they become sexually active. Full-color photographs and detailed infographics supplement the informative text's discussion of the most common sexually transmitted diseases and the ways in which their spread can be prevented.
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Hepatitis
by Melissa Abramovitz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
There are more than seven types of Hepatitis, and all account for millions of new cases a year in America. This group can silently damage the liver for years, leaving sufferers susceptible to cancer and other diseases. Give your readers a must-have examination of this group of diseases so they are armed with the facts they'll need to stay healthy. Readers will learn what the individual diseases are, what causes them, how people live with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention.
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Living with Learning Disabilities and Disorders
by Peter Kogler
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Although learning disabilities are believed to affect a significant number of children, not all of those children receive an actual diagnosis. While school officials, teachers, and parents continue to improve education for these children, the general public still has misconceptions about learning disabilities and how to help those affected by them. This detailed look at learning disabilities aims to educate readers through relatable text and engaging sidebars. Annotated quotes from experts, up-to-date statistics, and new technologies are explored, as well as the causes of and common misconceptions about life with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, and more.
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Anorexia and Bulimia
Dangerous Eating Disorders
by Kristen Rajczak Nelson
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
It's confusing and scary when someone seems to be choosing not to eat, but what's at work inside them is more than a decision. Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions, and those with anorexia and bulimia need help and compassion, not tough love. Annotated quotes, engaging graphic elements, and sidebars help readers learn about the many causes and symptoms of these eating disorders, as well as the medical issues they can cause. Treatment outcomes are also covered, along with anecdotes of hope from those who have survived. Help your readers understand these two most deadly eating disorders, and provide those struggling with these disorders positive guidance for a better life.
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Chronic Pain
An Invisible Illness
by Kelly Gurnett
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Everyone has experienced pain at one point or another, but disorders such as fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis cause severe, long-term pain that can greatly limit a person's everyday activities. Because the cause of this pain is not visible, many people do not fully understand these disorders. This volume dispels the myths surrounding chronic pain to give readers a better understanding of the daily struggles people who suffer from it face. Informative sidebars and detailed infographics help young adults learn how to support a loved one who is dealing with an invisible illness or cope with their own chronic pain diagnosis.
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COPD
by Melissa Abramovitz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, and it is the third leading cause of death in the United States. COPD is often under-diagnosed and under-treated. This book details how the disease impacts the patient, the caregivers, what treatment options are available, and what future holds for people afflicted with COPD.
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Thyroid Disorders
by Bonnie Juettner
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
This guidebook offers young readers and researchers a means of understanding thyroid disorders and their ramifications. Readers will understand what the thyroid does, and conditions such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Thyroid nodules and cancer is also explained. Readers are also introduced to the future of thyroid research and its relation to brain chemistry.
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Cystic Fibrosis
by Melissa Abramovitz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Author Melissa Abramovitz discusses the causes of cystic fibrosis, the history of its discovery, and current and future treatment options. Though a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis remains devastating in today's world, Abramovitz explains that revelations about the disease's genetic foundations may lead to medical breakthroughs in the near future. First-person accounts and inspirational quotes from individuals with cystic fibrosis will educate and inspire readers.
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West Nile Virus
by Melissa Abramovitz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
As new cases of West Nile Virus begin to appear across the United States, this book offers a timely discussion of this potentially devastating disease. Author Melissa Abramovitz outlines the mechanics of virus transmission and how mosquitoes and disease-carrying birds have played a key role in the West Nile Virus epidemic. This book covers basic information about the virus and its possible effects, as well as a discussion of personal and governmental prevention plans. The last chapter focuses on treatments currently in development.
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Alzheimer's Disease
A Difficult Diagnosis
by Jennifer Lombardo
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
As some people age, their brain begins to deteriorate, causing loss of memory and other problems. Researchers are still unsure of the exact causes of Alzheimer's disease, but they believe lifestyle and genetics play a role. Through informative sidebars and enlightening infographics, which supplement the relatable text, readers learn about what Alzheimer's is and how to support a loved one who has been diagnosed. They also learn what is being done to work toward a cure for this disease.
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Meningitis
by Melissa Abramovitz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Author Melissa Abramovitz discusses the illness known as meningitis. This book gives details on the symptoms of the disease, how it is contracted, known treatments as well as possible new treatments, and how the disease may be prevented. This book also includes an annotated bibliography and a list of organizations that can be contacted for support.
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Plague
by Lizabeth Hardman
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Author Lizabeth Hardman gives readers a compelling look into the history of the plague. Readers will learn about the scourge of mankind and its chaos over ancient times. They will learn about the third pandemic, and where the plague is in the world now. Readers will evaluate the impact it could have on the future. Bright images, illustrations, diagrams, and charts provide excellent concise details, perfect for report writing and researching.
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Alzheimer's Disease
by Jacqueline Adams
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
There are more than five million Americans living with Alzheimer's disease, which is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. It is the sixth leading cause of death. Author Jacqueline Adams provides young readers and researchers with a means of understanding this ailment and its ramifications. Readers will learn about its diagnosis, treatments and therapies, and medical advances.
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Lyme Disease
by Shannon Kelly
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
There are more than 200,000 cases per year of Lyme disease in America, and children are at the highest risk for contracting it. This book puts the facts into your readers' hands. It offers insight into what causes the disease, how people live with it, and the latest information about treatment and prevention. Stunning full color photographs, charts, and graphs captivate readers while fast fact sidebars delivers great information for report writing and research.
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Anxiety and Panic Disorders
by Jennifer Lombardo
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Everyone experiences anxious feelings in stressful situations, such as before a big test or when giving a speech. However, 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. Helpful infographics and informative sidebars clarify these often-misunderstood disorders.
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Cervical Cancer
by Kris Hirschmann
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
According to the National Cancer Institute, Cervical cancer can usually be cured if it is found and treated in the early stages. This crucial volume will aid your readers in understanding this disease. Readers will learn what causes it, and how it is detected and treated. This book also explores prevention and future challenges. Personal narratives are also shared and fast fact information is presented through graphs and charts.
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Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity
by Michelle Denton
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
In recent years, avoiding gluten has become a dieting fad, which has led to the spread of misinformation about celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. Many people are under the impression that these are not real issues, which leads to a lack of compassion and sometimes an unwillingness to make the necessary dietary accommodations for someone who has the disease. Enlightening charts, annotated quotes, full-color photographs, and in-depth sidebars give readers 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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Migraines
Managing Severe Headaches
by Jennifer Lombardo
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Everyone will experience headaches in their life, but for some people, headaches are more frequent and severe than for others. These headaches, called migraines, cause severe pain and can have negative effects on a person's life. Readers learn the symptoms of and treatments for migraines as well as what doctors currently know about their cause. Detailed charts, annotated quotes from experts, and in-depth sidebars give young adults the most up-to-date information about these debilitating headaches to help them manage their own migraines and better understand those who suffer from them.
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Radiation Sickness
by Toney Allman
Part of 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 examples from Chernobyl, the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, as well as other radiation events, to outline the stages and syndromes associated with radiation exposure. The book also addresses the current concern for better treatment options and ongoing tests and studies being conducted towards this end.
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Whooping Cough
by Toney Allman
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
This guidebook discusses the causes and symptoms of whooping cough, as well as prevention methods and available treatments. Author Toney Allman uses riveting firsthand accounts to show readers the devastating reality of this often-overlooked illness, and explains how whooping cough has become a reemerging disease in developed countries.
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Teen Depression
by Peggy J. Parks
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Author Peggy J. Parks tackles a crucial reality of being a teenager, depression. She offers young readers and researchers a means of understanding depression and its ramifications. Readers will be given essential insight into what causes depression, how people live with it, and the latest information about diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
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Waterborne Illnesses
by Peggy J. Parks
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
As Earth's population has continued to grow, reaching 7 billion people in 2011, much of the planet's available fresh water has become polluted, making it unfit for drinking, cooking, or bathing, and contributing to deadly maladies known as waterborne illnesses. This book will provide an overview of waterborne illnesses and explain the magnitude of the problem. Individual chapters focus on defining and explaining waterborne illnesses, such as Cholera, Dysentery, Hepatitis A, Polio, Typhoid Fever, and SARs, identifying sources of water contamination and geographic areas most affected, and exploring how natural disasters may greatly magnify the problem. Global efforts to prevent waterborne illness are also discussed.
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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
by Gail B. Stewart
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Alcohol is the leading cause of preventable birth defects and developmental disabilities in the United States. Fetal alcohol syndrome is the most severe of these abnormalities, and it is caused by heavy drinking during pregnancy. While addiction may be one of the factors, there are several factors as to why a woman would drink while pregnant, but there is no measured amount of alcohol that is deemed safe during pregnancy. This volume explores the causes of fetal alcohol syndrome and the spectrum of symptoms associated with it, which can be physical and psychological and fall within a wide range of severity. Author Gail B. Stewart also discusses the difficulty in diagnosing the disease and what researchers, teachers, and caregivers are doing to try to improve the lives of people with Fetal alcohol syndrome.
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Breast Cancer
by Lizabeth Hardman
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Breast cancer, which develops in both men and women, is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer. Give your readers the essential facts about this disease. Readers will learn what it is, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and future outlook of breast cancer. Readers will also hear from survivors through their personal narratives.
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Breast Cancer
Risks, Detection, and Treatment
by Michelle Denton
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Cancer is a frightening word, but within the last decade, more research has led to better detection and treatment of breast cancer. Since both men and women are at risk for developing breast cancer, it is important for all young adults to learn about practices such as self-exams that may lead to early detection. This information is presented along with full-color photographs and informative charts to help readers better understand this disease that affects so many people.
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Major Depressive Disorder
by Simon Pierce
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Often known simply as depression, major depressive disorder can affect anyone. This extremely common disorder causes intense feelings of sadness, guilt, and worthlessness, often without any identifiable cause; it is much more than merely feeling sad. Through engaging text and enlightening sidebars, this volume discusses some of the scientific causes of depression and the ways it can be treated. Information is also provided to help those who are struggling with major depressive disorder.
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Lyme Disease
When Ticks Make You Sick
by Raymond J. Lampke
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
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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Diabetes
Diagnosis and Management
by Emily Mahoney
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are dangerous if left unchecked, but with early diagnosis and careful management, people can live long, healthy lives without complications from the disease. Learning about the symptoms is key to detecting diabetes before it becomes a problem, and readers discover those symptoms as they explore this important topic. Enlightening sidebars and full-color photographs enhance the engaging text, and quotes from medical experts give readers factual, up-to-date information about this treatable disease.
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Speech Disorders
by Wendy Lanier
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
This helpful guidebook explores speech disorders in detail, covering causes and effects, treatments, and medical advances. Readers will understand what it is like to live with speech disorders as well.
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Colon Cancer
by Toney Allman
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine, which is the final part of our digestive tract. Most cases of colon cancer begin as small, noncancerous clumps of cells. Over time, some of these clumps or polyps can become cancerous. Provide your readers with a detailed study of this disease. This book presents a description of this disease, and covers how it affects the body, as well as diagnosis and treatment. Personal narratives are also included.
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Learning Disabilities
by Meryl Loonin
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Author Meryl Loonin provides an overview of learning disabilities, explaining the many types of learning disabilities and how they are diagnosed. Readers will learn about the challenges that people with learning disabilities face, and how they often learn to overcome these challenges. Current research on diagnosis options and alternative learning methods are detailed.
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Bipolar Disorder
by Melissa Abramovitz
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Bipolar disorder is often misdiagnosed as depression in women or schizophrenia in men. This essential volume objectively and thoughtfully explores bipolar disorder. It provides a detailed description of the disorder and how it affects the body, as well as diagnosis and treatment. Readers will also hear from personal stories of what it is like to live with this disorder.
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Depression
by Lydia D. Bjornlund
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
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.
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Tourette Syndrome
by Sheila Wyborny
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Author Sheila Wyborny helps readers understand what Tourette Syndrome is. Readers will learn about diagnosis and treatment, and learn how the challenges of this syndrome impacts the family unit and the experience of school. Latest treatments are also explored.
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Parasitic Diseases
by Lizabeth Craig
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
According to the C.D.C., millions of Americans develop parasitic infections, but symptoms often go unnoticed or are misdiagnosed. From tapeworms to the "cat poop parasite," parasites are all around us, and we're lucky if we somehow evade infection. This essential volume simplifies the complex concepts relating to parasitic infection and disease for readers who need to know what's going on around them. It details what parasitic diseases are, as well as the various types such as Protozoan, Helminth, and Ectoparasites. It discusses the causes and symptoms of each type of parasitic disease.
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Cholera
by Diane Yancey
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
Researchers have estimated that there are up to 4 million cases and 143,000 deaths worldwide due to Cholera. Author Diane Yancey provides your readers with a fascinating study of this disease. Readers will learn about Cholera in early times, and how it is detected now. They will learn how it is treated and prevented, and hear personal stories from sufferers.
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Anorexia and Bulimia
by Elizabeth Silverthorne
Part of the Diseases and Disorders series
While we often think of eating disorders in their physical sense, they are serious mental illnesses. The sooner someone gets the treatment he or she needs, the better the chance of a good recovery. It is important that we talk about these deadly disorders, and that teens have sources of helpful information. Author Elizabeth Silverthorne provides young readers and researchers a means of understanding these ailments and their ramifications. Readers are provided with essential insight into what eating disorders are, what causes them, and how people live with them. They will learn about effective treatment and prevention as well.