ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) is now recognised as one of the most common causes of learning and behavioural difficulties in school-aged children. Symptoms include poor concentration, forgetfulness, poor organisation, impulsivity, restlessness, poor social skills, learning difficulties, low selfesteem, and defiant behaviour. Despite growing awareness of ADHD among parents and health professionals, it is still widely misunderstood. This third edition of ADHD: The Facts...

Dyslexia and other learning difficulties: The Facts addresses problems many intelligent children face who, while having normal IQ levels, still struggle to learn in the classroom setting. A short attention span, restlessness, an inability to write clearly, and reading comprehension well below age level are all indicators of learning disabilities, and this book offers a clear and sympathetic guide to the difficulties that parents and teachers face when working with a child with the...

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 as well as up-to-date information regarding the condition. The new edition of this highly regarded book for parents of children with Down syndrome covers a number of important new developments in ...

ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) is now recognized as one of the most common causes of learning and behavioral difficulties in school-aged children. Symptoms include poor concentration, forgetfulness, poor organization, impulsivity, restlessness, poor social skills, learning difficulties, low self-esteem, and defiant behavior. Despite growing awareness of ADHD among parents and health professionals, it is still widely misunderstood.This third edition of ADHD: The...

Frank Bowden, a specialist in the field of infectious disease and sexual health, looks at one bug at a time, weaving around them the stories of his patients and their families, the doctors and the difficulties they face and the horrors and successes of hospitals and health care programs. Through Bowden's own work in the field, we encounter Swine Flu, Golden Staph, Hepatitis, HIV and the SARS epidemic and learn crucial lessons about public health and the human experience of disease. It can ...

The statistics are alarmingthe incidence of diabetes in the general population and pregnancy in particular is on the rise. As a result, the need for effective treatments to control the blood glucose level in pregnant diabetic women is likely to grow.James Bernasko, OB/GYN, is one of the few physicians in the United States who is a Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist and a Certified Diabetes Educator. He relies on his professional experience to provide a practical guide for healthcar...

Your awareness of uncommon diseases and possible complications is vital to successful anesthetic patient management. Anesthesia and Uncommon Diseases, 6th Edition, brings you up to date with new information on less commonly seen diseases and conditions, including the latest evidence and management guidelines. This unique medical reference book is essential for a complete understanding of today’s best options and potential difficulties in anesthesia.Improve your ability to...

For Kathleen Nicholls, life with Crohn's disease has been a constant battle against her bowels. But life has also been about David Bowie, dancing, and laughter. Go Your Crohn Way follows the highs and lows of Kathleen's experiences, and is full of useful advice for maintaining self-confidence and positivity while navigating the world of work, relationships, and those conversations.Warm and inspiring, this book demonstrates how Crohn's can be life-changing, but not...

If you are Since you’re checking this out, chances are either you or someone close to you is experiencing symptoms of adult ADHD or has recently been diagnosed with it.For anyone new to the world of ADHD, the first steps can be overwhelming as there is a wealth of information available, but much of it is contradictory in nature.In “Understanding Adult ADHD: From Signs and Symptoms to Causes and Diagnosis” bestselling author Christine Weil seeks to ...

Share a personal experience with a 25 year old singer/entertainer documenting her first twelve months with Multiple Sclerosis, the confusion, the disappointments, the failures, the accomplishments, her hope and recovery.You will discoverThe National Little Britches Rodeo Association (NLBRA) If accidents cause MS? Coping and Depression Exercise and Physical Therapy Tiredness and Confusion Pregnancy The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Alternative Therapies Optic Neuritis

Fiona Fifield is a multiple sclerosis (MS) survivor. Her mother and sister also have multiple sclerosis and her father suffers equally debilitating ailments. In this autobiography Fiona takes you through her troubled childhood and adolescence, as well as her struggles with sobriety. She divulges the fateful accident that triggered her multiple sclerosis and its quick progression to a rare and malignant form. Follow Fiona as she fights for her life, struggling through the challenges of havi...

" HOW TO UNDERSTAND THE RIPPLE ON EFFECT OF MENIERE'S DISEASE. AND BE A MENIERE SURVIVOR."The Author's personal 'solo-recovery' (without surgery) is a groundbreaking success story. But along with recovery, another catastrophe happened. He fought Meniere's and recovered his physical health, but lost the fight to save his material world; the family home, future assets and his business career.This is the book HE wishes someone had written for him!Menie...