Health Issues
5 total works
Heroin is one of the most dangerous drugs in society today. This book looks at the history of heroin, what it consists of, and why people use it. The misery heroin addiction brings to individuals and their families is clearly outlined, with a look at crime, illness, and all the other possible consequences. Methods of helping addicts are examined, including methadone, needle exchange schemes and education. With photos, case studies, glossary, resource section and index.
The purpose of this book is to help reassure young people that the changes experienced by them at puberty are normal. It clearly explains what physical changes occur to boys and girls, when and how they happen, and how they might affect the day-to-day life of individuals. Emotional changes are also explored, looking at how relationships with parents and friends may change over time. Topics covered include personal hygiene, healthy eating, acne, crushes, love and sex. It is clearly designed, with colour photos, glossary, resource section, and index.
Amphetamines are a group of class B, man-made stimulants, often referred to by the nickname 'speed'. The highly publicised drug 'ecstasy' is a type of amphetamine, and a chapter of this book is devoted to it. The book explains what amphetamines are, and where they come from. Side effects of taking the drug are explained - such as exhaustion, paranoia, depression and aggression, together with information on how addicts can be treated. It includes photos, case studies, glossary, resource section and index.
Amphetamines are a group of class B, man-made stimulants, often referred to by the nickname 'speed'. The highly publicised drug 'ecstasy' is a type of amphetamine, and a chapter of this book is devoted to it. The book explains what amphetamines are, and where they come from. Side effects of taking the drug are explained - such as exhaustion, paranoia, depression and aggression, together with information on how addicts can be treated. It includes photos, case studies, glossary, resource section and index.
Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological, or brain, disorder and affects 50 million people around the world. This book looks at what causes epilepsy, how the body responds, and how it is diagnosed. It also looks at treatments, ways to prevent seizures, and provides advice on how to live with the condition - for the person involved, and their family and friends. It also features case studies and science panels, together with colour photos, glossary, resources and index.