Allergens are all around us: in the air, on our pets, and in our food. According to USA TODAY, the Nations No. 1 Newspaper, accidental exposure to food allergens leads to fifty thousand emergency room visits and causes at least 150 deaths in the United States each year. This book provides case studies of people living with allergies and describes the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of common allergies. Youll learn that with the proper precautions,...

Introduces case studies of patients with ADD/ADHD and provides in-depth details of the disorder.

An overview of leukemia that provides information on what causes it, its symptoms and diagnosis, different types of the disease, treatments, and other related topics.

Introduces case studies of patients with skin cancer and provides in-depth details of the disease.

Discusses the use of alternative treatments in the United States, including herbal remedies, massage, acupuncture, meditation, yoga, and music therapy, discussing the pros and cons of each and case studies.

An exploration of obesity that provides information on health issues caused by it, reasons for weight gain, attaining and sustaining a healthy body, offering support for those with weight issues, and other topics.

Information about the symptoms, treatment, and research on Autism spectrum disorders including Autism and Asperger syndrome.

Examines the various causes of asthma, what happens during an attack, how the disease can be controlled, and theories of treatment.

Examines the anxiety disorder known as OCD, its symptoms and manifestations, how it can be controlled and treated, and, through case studies, what it is like to live with obsessive-compulsive disorder and how it affects family and friends.