Health Issues
6 total works
This book defines body image, explaining the consequences of positive and negative body images. It looks at how society's idea of physical perfection has changed over the centuries, and how big an influence the media has on body image today. Subjects covered include maintaining a healthy lifestyle (with tips on healthy eating and exercise), eating disorders and the changes experienced at puberty. This book includes information and advice on improving self-esteem, the key to a positive body image. It comes with photos, case studies, glossary, resource section and index.
Solvents are chemicals which are used as ingredients in a variety of products: such as glues, aerosols and lighter fuel. Some of the properties that make solvents useful also give them the potential to be abused. With an alarming number of people dying from solvent abuse every year, this book aims to give a clear picture of solvent abuse and the damage it can do. The topics covered include the different types of solvents, the law, people who abuse solvents, the risks of solvent misuse, and how to help abusers overcome their addiction. It is clearly designed, with colour photos, glossary, resource section and index.
Anabolic steroids are drugs that some people take for non-medical reasons. Some athletes take them to make themselves more muscular and stronger. Some young people take the drugs to change the way their body looks. This book explains what steroids are, and who is likely to use them. It describes the real risks of steroid abuse to health - the physical effects on the body, as well as the mental and emotional effects. It also looks at how steroid abuse can affect relationships and careers, and gives advice about giving up the drugs. It also features case studies and science panels, together with colour photos, glossary, resources and index.
Solvents are chemicals which are used as ingredients in a variety of products: such as glues, aerosols and lighter fuel. Some of the properties that make solvents useful also give them the potential to be abused. With an alarming number of people dying from solvent abuse every year, this book aims to give a clear picture of solvent abuse and the damage it can do. The topics covered include the different types of solvents, the law, people who abuse solvents, the risks of solvent misuse, and how to help abusers overcome their addiction. It is clearly designed, with colour photos, glossary, resource section and index.