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42 produkter
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Häftad, 2008
4,0 utav 5 stjärnor. Totalt antal röster: (1)
168 kr
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In this new book Simon Baron-Cohen summarizes the current understanding of autism and Asperger Syndrome. He explains the process of diagnosis, as well as the options for education and intervention for those with these conditions. Taking a lifespan approach, Professor Baron-Cohen considersa how the …
Lupus
Av David Isenberg, Susan Manzi
Häftad, 2008
182 kr
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Lupus is a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks itself, culminating in disease which can affect multiple organs, including the skin, joints, heart, lungs, kidneys, and central nervous system. Lupus currently affects about 30,000 patients in the UK, 500,000 in the United States and …
Living with a Long-term Illness: The Facts
Av Frankie Campling, Michael Sharpe
Häftad, 2006
300 kr
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All long-term illnesses, whatever their diagnosis, have much in common. The difficulties and challenges that come with illness, and the strategies to overcome them, are shared by most patients. Managing an illness effectively and tackling the difficulties it causes can greatly improve how you feel …
Borderline Personality Disorder
Häftad, 2008
193 kr
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a psychiatric condition that affects nearly 2% of the general population, predominantly women. Symptoms of BPD include impulsivity, mood swings, unstable intense relationships and feelings of chronic emptiness. Research on BPD has lagged behind that on other …
Thyroid Disease
Av Mark P.J Vanderpump, W. Michael G. Tunbridge
Häftad, 2008
199 kr
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In the past decade, there has been increasing recognition of thyroid diseases as a common health problem. While there have been few major new advances in treatment, there is much greater understanding of why thyroid disorders occur and the long-term health effects of thyroid disease. As people with …
Motor Neuron Disease
Av Kevin Talbot, Rachael Marsden
Häftad, 2008
193 kr
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Motor neuron disease (MND) is a common but devastating disability that has a profound impact on people's lives. This book provides an easily-accessible guide to the disease for patients with motor neuron disease and their carers. The authors have organised it around a series of the commonest …
Asthma
Av S. Hasan Arshad, K. Suresh Babu
Häftad, 2008
182 kr
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Asthma is a common chronic inflammatory condition of the airways which causes coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and tightness of the chest. Asthma attacks can be triggered by exposure to allergens, physical exertion, stress, or can be aggravated as a result of common coughs and colds. Over 5 …
Essential Tremor
The Facts
Av Mark Plumb, Peter Bain
Häftad, 2006
4,0 utav 5 stjärnor. Totalt antal röster: (1)
204 kr
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Essential Tremor is the most common movement disorder in the world, and affects between 4 and 40 people per 1000 of the population amongst all ethnic groups. Characterised by shaking hands, this disorder can affect the head, voice and legs, and is often made worse by physical and emotional …
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Av Mohgah Elsheikh, Caroline Murphy
Häftad, 2008
182 kr
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex condition relating to a hormone imbalance of the ovaries. It can cause irregular or absent menstrual cycles, reduced fertility, excess facial/body hair growth and an increased risk of diabetes. An estimated 10% of the adult female population - …
Osteoporosis
The Facts
Av Alison J. Black, Rena Sandison m. fl.
Häftad, 2009
233 kr
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Osteoporosis affects an estimated 3 million people in the UK. The condition causes the bones to become more fragile and therefore more prone to fractures, along with pain, a loss of movement and an inability to perform daily tasks. One in two women and one in five men in the UK will suffer a …
Infertility
Av Melanie Davies, Lisa Webber m. fl.
Häftad, 2008
193 kr
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Infertility is a significant health issue and one that has received increasing media attention in the UK and elsewhere in recent years. For affected couples, it is the cause of substantial distress and feelings of isolation that can lead to associated anxiety and depression. This is compounded by a …
Head Injury
Av Audrey Daisley, Rachel Tams m. fl.
Häftad, 2008
193 kr
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Head injury affects approximately 1 in 300 families in England and Wales. It happens 'out of the blue' - without warning and therefore can be a bewildering and frightening experience, and frequently has a dramatic and sometimes devastating effect on the lives of the people involved. The sudden …
Cosmetic Surgery
Häftad, 2008
160 kr
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Cosmetic surgery has become the subject of intense media and public interest in the last few years. It is unique amongst the surgical specialties in that prospective patients are directly targeted by advertising, and often, through the use of aggressive sales and marketing techniques. For the …
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Av Louise Langmead, Peter Irving
Häftad, 2008
250 kr
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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, affects 1 person in every 400 in the UK. Between 6,000 and 12,000 new cases of ulcerative colitis are diagnosed every year, and research shows that the number of people with Crohn's disease has been rising …
Psoriatic Arthritis
Av Dafna D. Gladman, Vinod Chandran
Häftad, 2008
284 kr
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Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory arthritis associated with psoriasis. It is characterised by swelling and inflammation in and around the joints as well as inflammation of the skin. While there is currently no cure for psoriatic arthritis, several new treatments are emerging that offer new …
Alcoholism
Av Ann M. Manzardo, Donald W. Goodwin m. fl.
Häftad, 2008
176 kr
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The third edition of this successful Facts title was authored by the late Dr Donald W. Goodwin, who wrote with a unique and engaging style defining alcoholism in very human terms. Although much of Dr Goodwin's assessments of alcoholism still hold true today, a great deal of progress has been made …
Diabetes
Av David Matthews, Niki Meston m. fl.
Häftad, 2008
181 kr
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There are over 2 million people diagnosed with diabetes in the UK and worldwide 194 million. An epidemic of diabetes is reported and by 2025 it is predicted that there will be 330 million people with diabetes in the world. Diabetes is likely to present one of this century's greatest medical …
Down Syndrome
Häftad, 2008
204 kr
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Down syndrome is a genetic condition which causes varying degrees of learning disability as well as other health problems. Nearly one baby in every 1000 born in the UK has the condition. Parents are often frightened and confused by the birth of a baby with Down syndrome, and they need reassurance …
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Av Frankie Campling, Michael Sharpe
Häftad, 2008
203 kr
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) remains one of the most controversial illnesses, both in terms of its causes, and the best ways to treat the illness. For years, sufferers have had to deal with scepticism from their families, employers, and even health care professionals. The vast amount of …
Epilepsy
Av Richard Appleton, Tony Marson
Häftad, 2009
182 kr
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Epilepsy: The Facts is written specifically for sufferers of epilepsy and their friends and families. This easy-to-understand, evidence-based guide to epilepsy explains everything about the causes and effects of the disease, clearly and simply. The book addresses all aspects of epilepsy, at all …
Cystic Fibrosis
Häftad, 2008
193 kr
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Cystic Fibrosis: The Facts provides a much needed simple and understandable source book about this disease. It is aimed at those living with the Cystic Fibrosis (CF), either themselves or members of their families or their friends.The book explains clearly what is happening to the body in CF, what …
Sleep problems in Children and Adolescents
Häftad, 2008
138 kr
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Sleep problems in children and adolescents are very common and often the cause of concern and distress for both the child and the family. They can affect behaviour, learning and sometimes physical health. There are many possible causes for sleep problems, some psychological, others physical, and …
Tourette Syndrome
Av Mary Robertson, Andrea Cavanna m. fl.
Häftad, 2008
192 kr
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Tourette's Syndrome (TS) is an inherited neuropsychiatric disorder affecting up to 1% of the population. It is characterised by motor and vocal tics, and upsetting anti-social behaviour such as involuntary swearing and obscene gestures. This second edition of Tourette Syndrome: The Facts explains …
Falls
Häftad, 2008
300 kr
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Many people see falling as an inevitable part of growing older, and falls can result in serious injuries. As we age, deterioration in our ability to maintain balance, underlying illnesses, or disabilities can result in falls. Currently, one in eight patients in hospital are admitted due to a fall, …
Muscular Dystrophy
Häftad, 2008
193 kr
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The muscular dystrophies are a group of genetic diseases that severely affect children and adults. For sufferers and their family, the illness presents enormous physical and psychological challenges. Written specifically for people with muscular dystrophy and their families, this book answers many …
Epilepsy in Women
Häftad, 2008
473 kr
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Women with epilepsy have different needs to men with epilepsy, especially at various stages in their life cycle. Epilepsy and its treatment can affect or compromise the menstrual cycle, contraception, fertility and pregnancy, child development in the womb, child care and the menopause. Conversely …
Back Pain
Av John Lee, Suzanne Brook m. fl.
Häftad, 2009
165 kr
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Back Pain: The Facts is aimed at people who want to help themselves. Affecting nearly everyone at some time in their lives, 40% of people will have experienced some form of back pain within the last year, with around 5% of sufferers taking time off work within the last month. Long-term back pain …
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Av Stanley Rachman, Padmal de Silva
Häftad, 2009
317 kr
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a relatively common psychological problem. The symptoms - which can be seriously disabling in extreme cases - can include excessive hand-washing or other cleaning rituals, repeated checking, extreme slowness and unwanted, repugnant intrusive thoughts. This …
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Häftad, 2009
181 kr
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an all too too common lung condition - usually caused by cigarette smoking - which varies markedly in severity between individuals, and includes conditions previously known as chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It causes progressive symptoms such as …
The Pill and other forms of hormonal contraception
Av John Guillebaud, Anne MacGregor
Häftad, 2009
250 kr
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Used by over 200 million women since the 1960s, the Pill is one of the most commonly prescribed medicines - and has repeatedly been established as one of the least harmful ever formulated. However, there are some risks, and a number of "Pill Scares" have been reported in the media - often causing …
