Hot Topics: Set 3
Although our understanding of diseases and disorders has
evolved over time, there are still many incorrect assumptions made about people
who suffer from certain ailments. People with obsessive-compulsive disorder are
not people who simply like to arrange things by color. People with chronic pain
have a debilitating illness, even though they do not appear to be sick. These
and other assumptions are debunked as readers discover the truth about diseases
and disorders ranging from breast cancer to epilepsy. Essential facts are
presented through accessible main text and sidebars, as well as detailed charts
and graphs.
? Annotated quotes from medical professionals and people living
with these conditions are included to provide readers with a comprehensive
understanding of each topic
? Readers are presented with the latest
technological and scientific advancements used to diagnose and treat these
conditions
? Each volume serves as a helpful resource for those looking to
enhance their general knowledge of biology and modern medicine, as well as an
objective, informative tool for young people dealing with a certain disease or
disorder in their own life