Hilary W. Poole
3) Phobias
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
The word phobia is often used as a joke a kid might say he has a phobia of spinach, when all he really means is that he dislikes the taste. But for people with genuine phobias, the condition is no laughing matter. Whether it s heights or crowds or plane travel, phobias can make life very difficult. This book introduces readers to the most common phobias and provides useful advice about how these fears can be conquered. Fear and anxiety are completely...
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
It's unavoidable: life is uncertain. None of us knows exactly what the future will bring. Learning to live with that uncertainty to manage our fears rather than letting them manage us is a vital skill that everyone must learn. This book explores why we feel anxiety and at how (believe it or not!) not all anxiety is bad. It also offers practical advice about what we can do when it feels like fear might be getting the best of us.
7) Social fears
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
Lots of people are shy, and there's nothing wrong with that unless you find that your shyness is preventing you from doing what you want. Some people are so shy that raising their hands in class or even simply saying hello to a stranger can be overwhelming. This book looks at the types of social fears that can hold us back and provides advice about how to overcome them.
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Description
Who do I want to be? Am I gay or straight? Am I ready to have sex? These kinds of questions are front-of-mind for most teenagers-and for good reasons. Issues of sexuality, identity, and orientation can be difficult, confusing, and even painful for some teens. This book takes a candid and nonjudgmental look at the basic information on sexual health and gender identity.
Written in accessible, down-to-earth language, the Teen guides to health & wellness...
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Description
Tobacco companies have known for decades that their products are dangerous, but that hasn't stopped them from working to addict generation after generation of teens. This book provides that facts on nicotine and tobacco, why teens are at particular rist for addiction, and how to get yourself free of the habit. You'll also find out the truth about vaping-is it a useful tool to help people quit, or just another scheme to hook teens on nicotine? ...
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Description
For as long as humans have had bodies, we've been modifying them- in other words, forever! And if you are thinking about tattooing, piercing, or otherwise modifying your body, you definitely are not alone. But before you do something that you might not be able to take back, make sure you get the facts. This book discusses the various types of "body mods": their history, their techniques, and the potential risks involved. Written in accessible, down-to-earth...
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Description
Around 60 percent of teenagers have tried alcohol by their senior year, while 20 percent have tried pot, and around the same percentage say they have abused prescription medications. This book presents the facts on drug and alcohol use: how it affects the brain, how some drugs work differently from others, and what the long-term consequences can be. Readers will also find out how to recognize addition and what to do about it. Written in accessible,...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Description
"Everybody feels anxious sometimes; it's just part of being human. But for some people, those nervous feelings never go away. When anxiety gets so bad that it stops people from doing the things they want to do, it could be an anxiety disorder. Fortunately, there are lots of things people can do to feel better. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like they are alone with their problems....
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Description
It's true what they say, you are what you eat, so it's essential to get the facts about what's on your plate. In this book you'll find information about a whole variety of diets - some with weight loss as the focus, some not. We'll also look at hot trends like cleanses and fasting - do they really work as well as people claim? And finally, this book will provide some information on exercise and the role it plays in making a healthier you.
Written...
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Description
A recent study found that teenagers spend as much as nine hours a day in front of various types of screens. What impact is all that electronic input having? This book examines the many ways in which social media in particular, and the internet in general, can affect our health, both mental and physical. Online safety, privacy, and dealing with cyberbullies are all discussed. The goal is to make sure that we use social media, rather than letting...
16) Sleep disorders
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Description
"Humans spend about a third of their lives asleep. But every once in a while, anxious thoughts can keep us from dozing off. It happens to us all from time to time. But for some people, not being able to sleep is a constant problem. Other people, meanwhile, sleep way too much. Sleep disorders can be harmful both mentally and physically for the person who is suffering. Fortunately, there is treatment that can allow your body to return to a regularly...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Description
Who doesn't love a big book of facts? This photographic book presents curious kids with amazing information from around the globe. Detailed and beautifully designed, it's broken into 12 sections, from Nations of the World and People and Culture, to Food and Drink, Sports and Games and Religion and Faith.
Author
Pub. Date
2023
Description
The average teen spends more time at school than anywhere except in bed asleep. This book investigates how your health can affect your experience at school. It looks at both chronic illness and mental health issues, providing some basic information on the most common diagnoses that impact teens. It also provides tips on stress management, identifying high-risk behaviors, and other ways you can stay healthy at school.
Written in accessible, down-to-earth...