"The Encyclopedia of the Brain and Brain Disorders, Third Edition" is a significant update to the original that now also includes a substantial amount of new material on memory, updated from "The Encyclopedia of Memory and Memory Disorders". More than 800 entries cover all aspects of the brain, from anatomy, function, and development to diseases ...
Millions of Americans, both children and adults, suffer from some form of learning disability, resulting in difficulties with spoken and written language, coordination, self-control, self-esteem, and attention. Studies of the causes of learning disabilities and their impact on society have resulted in an explosion of complicated jargon that is ...
This full-color handbook features more than 200 waveforms that demonstrate the most important characteristics of all the common arrhythmias. The book explains the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology, rhythm strips, and 12-lead ECGs and covers all the common arrhythmias as well as ECG effects of various disorders. Its coverage includes ...
In the past 25 years, more than 30 new human germs have emerged onto the medical scene, most of these rising from animals. And with these germs come new diseases like the avian flu, Ebola, SARS, and weaponized viruses such as anthrax and smallpox, which pose a growing threat to the world. With the rising number of deaths due to infectious diseases ...
Completely updated and expanded, "The Encyclopedia of Skin and Skin Disorders, Third Edition" is the most comprehensive handy reference covering the skin - the body's largest organ - and vital matters related to skin care, skin disease, treatments, and so on. More than 1,100 entries cover everything from the sun and skin to acne, from skin cancer ...
This is the grade-specific test preparation every child needs. Remember those standardized tests you took back in grade school, filling in your answers with a number-two pencil, never knowing what became of your test results or even how well you fared? Now your child is taking those same tests, but this time you have the tools you need to help ...
The ultimate book for every Beanie Baby collector and fan, this title includes descriptions and values for active and retired Beanies and Teenie Beanies. Enthusiasts will also find a Beanie Baby birthday calendar, a handy Beanie Baby checklist, a collection of anecdotes, and tips on storing and displaying the collection. 32-page color gallery. ...
This is a comprehensive resource that provides concise and easy-to-follow information on toxins including: poisonous spiders, snakes, and other venomous creatures; common household poisons; addictive drugs, such as nicotine and cocaine; and toxic shrubs such as poison ivy and sumac.
More than half of Americans have a "visual" memory, focusing easily on objects, places, and faces, while others are better at remembering sounds and words. Once thought to involve a simple storage and retrieval of information, memory is now known to be an incredibly complex process, as are the ways in which diseases and disorders can cause its ...
This book's reviews were featured on parenting pages of national newspapers eg "The Guardian". There are no other 'umbrella' book out there. Nearly 1 million school-age children and teens have learning disabilities. This book's reviews featured in parenting magazines eg "Family", "Junior", and "Practical Parenting". This is a practical, ...
In the past 25 years, more than 30 new germs affecting humans have emerged onto the medical scene, most of them rising from animals. New diseases like the avian flu, Ebola, SARS, and weaponized viruses such as anthrax and smallpox pose a growing danger to the world. With the threat of infectious diseases remaining constant, it is essential to have ...
Ensure that your child gets the perfect start he or she deserves. The core math and reading skills acquired in the first four years of school form the foundation of all future academic success. And, like every good parent, you want to ensure that your son or daughter develops those skills in a timely fashion. The books in the "Get Ready! For ...
Four times more prevelant than AIDS and just as deadly, Hepatitis C affects millions of people, yet most people have never heard of this disease. This text gives in formation about the prevention, transmission & treatment of this silent killer. '
We know enough to lock up the Tylenol and rat poison and keep the kids away from antifreeze - but too many conscientious parents don't realise just how hazardous the house and close environs can be to kids. For example: the bulb of the daffodil is poisonous, the water in a vase of lilies of the valley can be deadly, certain caterpillars in the ...
Four times more prevalent than the AIDS virus and just as deadly, Hepatitis C affects 3.5 million Americans - with 30,000 new cases reported each year. Yet, most Americans have never even heard of this disease. This book provides the general reader, those infected with the disease, and their loved ones with the latest information about prevention, ...
Previously published as Making the Prozac Decision, this new edition focuses on the most recent developments in treating depression and other disorders with medications. This honest, invaluable examination of a controversial subject will help the 12 percent of the population suffering from depression. Previously published at Making the Prozac ...
Billions of dollars are spent annually on over-the-counter cold and flu medications that do nothing to cure a cold. Many actually surpresss the immune system and produce unpleasant, even harmful side-effects. Turkington reveals hundreds of powerful, doctor approved remedies made at home using safe, inexpensive, all-natural ingredients
For everyone who has ever forgotten birthdays, misplaced important papers, or had to cram for a test, help is on the way! This brand new guide explains all the latest techniques for recalling names, places, lists, faces, addresses, numbers, and any other hard-to-remember information--in just six short weeks.
This work offers easily accessible information on the many problems and issues surrounding deafness and hearing disorders. Among the subjects covered are clinical terms, parts of the ear, noted hearing specialists and deaf personalities such as Laurent Clerc, Beethoven and Alexander Graham Bell. Devices and equipment, related institutions and ...
"If I didn't start painting, I would have raised chickens." - Grandma Moses. One glance at the pages of "The Quotable Woman" and you'll be inspired by the touching, fascinating, and sometimes outrageous musings of some of the world's most interesting women throughout the ages. Teeming with insight, humour, passion, and a touch of self-deprecation, ...
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