Linda Bickerstaff – författare

Completely updated, this revised edition includes up-to-date information about job opportunities in the nutrition and dietetic fields, including coursework, training programs, and U.S. Department of Labor statistics on employment and salary ranges. Besides updated benefit information and contact information for professional societies, associations, internships, and licensure, the book includes excerpts of an interview with an expert about the controversy regarding genetically modified foods (“Frankenfood”) and the role of genetic engineers in the nutrition field. The back matter of the book has also been updated.

Written by a retired surgeon, this book balances a lively yet serious discussion of the science behind calories and fats with an engaging presentation of the how-to and benefits of balancing meals. Using tables, charts, diagrams, and reader-friendly text, the author provides helpful tips on counting calories understanding the food pyramid, and preventing obesity. The discussion on fats includes an examination of the current debate among scientists about the amount of saturated fats that should be included in a healthful diet.

Teens are at higher risk for cocaine addiction than are those who first use cocaine as adults because their brains are not as fully developed. Not thinking of its possible consequences, young people try cocaine "just for fun" and soon find they are hooked. In this book, readers learn the factors contributing to cocaine addiction and how coke works on the body. They also learn about the various drug laws, criminal offenses, and some of the possible sentences if a person is convicted of illegal cocaine use. Strategies for treatment and rehabilitation are also presented.

With about four million births each year in the United States, it''s hard to imagine that infertility is of a particular concern to anyone. It is a major health concern, though, for as many as one in six U.S. couples who desperately want children and seem to be unable to have them. This book delves into the many issues concerning assisted reproductive technology, the causes of infertility, and various methods of treatment, The social implications of having "designer" babies, the costs of creating a child, and the controversy over using embryos for stem cell research are also investigated.

Everyone experiences threats to the immune system on a daily basis. The challenge we face is keeping the immune system healthy throughout our lifetime. This thorough, friendly narrative presents immune system basics and explains infections and how the body fights them. Students receive straightforward advice for creating a strong immune system through maintaining a balanced diet, getting proper sleep and exercise, dealing with stress constructively, and avoiding unhealthy habits. Helpful sidebars are also included to support the text.

The most common type of kidney cancer in young people is Wilms tumor. Because the majority of Wilms tumors are curable, there are many teens living today who are kidney cancer survivors. Certain kidney cancers are in the top ten of the most common cancers in adults, so learning about how to approach this prevalent group of cancers is crucial. This illuminating book provides readers with a brief review of the structure and function of the kidneys and looks at kidney cancers in detail. It explains what causes kidney cancers, how it develops in relation to lifestyles and individuals, how it is treated—including a look at new treatments that are being developed—and what a person can do to decrease the risks of getting the disease.

People holding HVAC jobs are concerned with climate-control systems that keep individuals warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and breathing the freshest air possible year-round. Those who enjoy working with their hands and solving problems can find a challenging position in the HVAC industry. Whether it is as an installer, mechanic, master technician, drafter, design engineer, or refrigeration maintenance technician, readers learn that if they choose to work in these jobs they will have salaries, compensation packages, and other benefits that are among the highest and best in the construction trades. Students will discover that they can jump-start a career in high school and are offered an in-depth look at how to acquire the pertinent skills, knowledge, apprenticeships, certifications, and employment in a field that is always in need of well-trained, enthusiastic workers. It also provides an overview of education options, including distance learning, community colleges, and vo-tech schools and an interview with an HVAC engineer.

Undercover narcotics investigators enforce laws involving dangerous drugs, and it takes an extraordinary amount of knowledge, training, skill, personal integrity, and courage to do the job. Those who choose this career have to be controlled risk-takers who can follow orders and handle stress and frustration creatively. The action-packed narrative includes engaging color photographs and sidebars about an undercover agent in a high school, the National Police Officer Selection Test, the NYPD Cadet Corps, and DEA Special Agent Timothy Sellars, among others. The text examines all aspects of career preparation (even in high school), duties, perks, and pitfalls of the job.

Teens earning allowances or working part-time jobs may often be tempted to spend what they make. However, one of the earliest steps they can take on the path to financial literacy and independence is to start saving money early. This useful volume explains how to create a set of practical long-term goals, how to make and follow a budget, the benefits and potential dangers of credit, and much more. Sample budget and interest calculations provide easy-to-follow examples for readers, and tips on what teens can ask a financial expert to help them save and build wealth are also included.

Nurses are in short supply, and the shortage will become greater in the future. Nursing schools are expanding the number and scope of the courses they provide in an attempt to address this shortage. Men, for whom nursing is considered a nontraditional profession, are being encouraged to pursue nursing careers. This informative volume presents the wide variety of skills and preparation necessary for nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses and licensed vocational nurses, registered nurses, and nurse specialists. It also explains the many certificates and degrees that can be earned to prepare nurses for caring for patients in various settings.

Domestic violence, or intimate partner violence, is an epic issue that is defined as a pattern of abusive behavior between people who are familiar, including family members, husbands, boyfriends, children, or caregivers. In a domestic violence situation, one partner procures power and control over the other through force. Readers will find a concise explanation of what constitutes domestic violence, so they can better recognize it when they see or experience it. This crucial resource also provides information about various forms of abuse and other nuances of violence as well as invaluable resources for domestic violence information and assistance.

School, friends, dating, and parents are just a few things that can lead to plenty of stress. This authoritative book walks readers through what exactly happens to your body when you are stressed, and what to do to help you feel better. Readers will learn about the physiological reactions happening in their bodies when they are stressed, and the sometimes serious health consequences. Readers will understand common stressors, the differences between negative and positive coping strategies, and when it''s time to ask for professional help.

Most teenagers are familiar with the concept of slavery from studying history. However, many are unaware that slavery still flourishes around the world today, even within the borders of the United States. In fact, the modern slave trade is a lucrative criminal enterprise—the third most profitable in the world after drug trafficking and the illegal sale of arms and munitions. It affects millions of people who are forced to work by threat of mental and physical abuse, in inhuman conditions, for little or no pay. This book illuminates this modern-day tragedy for teen readers with clear explanations and examples drawn from around the world. Current efforts to combat the problem and to provide reparations are discussed, and the author includes practical suggestions to help teens act as modern-day abolitionists.

Violence against women is a crime punishable by law in many countries and a major public health issue. Girls and women in the United States may be subjected to violence at home, while out with friends, at work, or when they least expect it. Women in the U.S. military are as likely to be harmed by their comrades as by the enemy. Although efforts to eradicate this violence are being made at all levels of government, programs initiated by and for teens may ultimately prove to have the greatest effect on achieving this goal. By looking at the similarities and the differences among many types of violence against women, readers will gain a better understanding of what the challenges are for stopping it.

Young people between the ages of fifteen and twenty-four have more concussions than do people in any other age group, probably because they’re extremely active through sports, physical activities, and driving cars. This fact-filled book provides readers with interesting information about the brain basics, brain injuries, and what happens to the brain when a person has a concussion. Students learn about the ways to prevent and treat concussions, as well as super helmets and protective equipment that prevent head injuries.