Understanding Brain Diseases and Disorders

There are an estimated 24 million people living with some sort of dementia worldwide, and yet dementia is one of the least-understood brain disorders. This volume explores the many medical causes that lead to this brain disorder while giving a detailed explanation of its symptoms. For those readers who know someone with dementia, the section on caring for a sufferer will be of great use. Series Review: Understanding Brain Diseases And Disorders"The Seriousness Of Brain Disorders And Diseases Are Tackled In This Practical And Manageable Series. . .Helpful Sidebars Separate Myths From Truth And Provide Additional Facts. Attractively Packag

Phobias are excessive, irrational fears that can be severe and debilitating. With descriptions of the symptoms of specific phobias and other anxiety disorders, including panic disorder and social phobia, this book is a helpful resource. The text explains multiple theories about the cause of phobias. It also explains what recent brain research has revealed about the neurobiological processes underlying fear and phobia. Additional chapters describe methods for treating phobias and ways to manage fear and anxiety in everyday life.

Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness that affects children, adolescents, and adults. Also called manic-depressive illness, people with this disorder experience unusually intense mood changes called mood episodes, which can be dangerous. This book describes the risk factors that contribute to bipolar disorder, including genetics and abnormal brain structure and function. It also clearly explains how the illness is diagnosed and treated. An excellent support for teens that suffer from this disease, the book supplies tips for managing life with bipolar disorder, questions to ask a doctor, and organizations to contact for more information.

Around 1.4 million people experience traumatic brain injuries in the United States every year, and this unfortunate disorder can affect people of all ages. Brain injuries can happen in a number of ways, from a slip and fall to a car accident or even being tackled on the football field. This volume offers readers detailed information on the variety of ways brain injuries occur with enlightening medical explanations of the how the brain works, is affected by damage, and heals. Series Review: Understanding Brain Diseases and Disorders"The seriousness of brain disorders and diseases are tackled in this practical and manageable series. . .helpful sidebars separate myths from truth and provide additional facts. Attractively packaged and full of information, these titles can be used for reports or for readers dealing with these issues."-School Library JournalSeries Review: Understanding Brain Diseases and Disorders"As the titles indicate, each book in this series covers a specific area of brain research. Each volume opens with an introduction to the topic and an overview of brain structure and function. Chapters cover types of injuries, disorders or diseases, diagnosis and testing, potential treatments, and the long-term outlook in each area of medical study. The text is readable and well-illustrated. Important individuals, both historical and contemporary, are highlighted. This series will be an excellent addition to any middle or high school collection."-Library Media Connection

Most young people immediately associate addiction with the physical dependence on drugs or alcohol. Yet, there are addictions of all stripes that, physiologically, are often related to one another. This informative volume introduces readers to the various forms of addiction, such as to food or exercise that they may be suffering from and have questions about. Series Review: Understanding Brain Diseases and Disorders"The seriousness of brain disorders and diseases are tackled in this practical and manageable series. . .helpful sidebars separate myths from truth and provide additional facts. Attractively packaged and full of information, these titles can be used for reports or for readers dealing with these issues."-School Library JournalSeries Review: Understanding Brain Diseases and Disorders"As the titles indicate, each book in this series covers a specific area of brain research. Each volume opens with an introduction to the topic and an overview of brain structure and function. Chapters cover types of injuries, disorders or diseases, diagnosis and testing, potential treatments, and the long-term outlook in each area of medical study. The text is readable and well-illustrated. Important individuals, both historical and contemporary, are highlighted. This series will be an excellent addition to any middle or high school collection."-Library Media Connection

In cancer, cells grow and divide without normal controls, causing abnormal growths called tumors. Tumors that start in the brain can be particularly dangerous, invading brain tissue and sometimes causing disability and death. In order to help readers understand this fearsome disease, the book first explores the normal structure and function of the brain and explains the kinds of tumors that can form in the central nervous system. The author discusses how brain tumors are detected, diagnosed, and treated, describing basic and cutting-edge therapies that are currently being used and developed. The final chapter covers the steps involved in rehabilitation and recovery, and provides support and guidance for those recovering from brain tumors. Series Review: Understanding Brain Diseases and Disorders"The seriousness of brain disorders and diseases are tackled in this practical and manageable series. . .helpful sidebars separate myths from truth and provide additional facts. Attractively packaged and full of information, these titles can be used for reports or for readers dealing with these issues."-School Library JournalSeries Review: Understanding Brain Diseases and Disorders"As the titles indicate, each book in this series covers a specific area of brain research. Each volume opens with an introduction to the topic and an overview of brain structure and function. Chapters cover types of injuries, disorders or diseases, diagnosis and testing, potential treatments, and the long-term outlook in each area of medical study. The text is readable and well-illustrated. Important individuals, both historical and contemporary, are highlighted. This series will be an excellent addition to any middle or high school collection."-Library Media Connection