With the publication of The Teen Health Book parents will finally have a single volume to help them navigate the confusing changes of the adolescent years. Ralph I. Lopez, a pioneer in the field of adolescent medicine, is known for his warm and accessible manner and offers health and medical information in a clear and conversational tone. Addressing both physical and emotional concerns, this essential guidebook discusses the full spectrum of adolescent issues from sexual development and eating disorders to acne, growth issues, and alcohol and drug use. In addition, a comprehensive reference section details the common and not-so-common ailments of teenagers. Dr. Spock is the bible for parents of toddlers; The Teen Health Book will be the bible for parents of teens.
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A practicing specialist in adolescent medicine and professor at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Lopez covers key health issues affecting teenagers, such as the physical and emotional changes of puberty, eating habits, sex, sleep deprivation and more. For the most part, Lopez focuses on physical conditions and "lifestyle" concerns. He gives a comprehensive overview of teen nutrition (including a section on eating disorders), skin care and sports injuries, and the last third of the book is a head-to-toe troubleshooting guide to the most common teen complaints and ailments. Extensive chapters on drugs and alcohol explain the physical and mental effects of different substances, and advise parents on talking to their teen about drug use. Likewise, the section on sex includes detailed pros and cons of various birth control methods, and the best way for parents to guide their teens in sexual decision making. On the other hand, teenagers' emotional lives are summed up in a single brief chapter, which means that issues like depression and suicide receive only cursory treatment perhaps insufficient given the statistics on this subject. Throughout the book are real-life scenarios from Lopez's practice, including, for instance, sample diets that show the dismal eating habits of many adolescents. Lopez's guide is a useful resource for overall health, but parents with questions about their teen's emotional well-being may need to go elsewhere.
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal
A decades-long practitioner of adolescent medicine, Lopez (Weill Medical Coll., Cornell Univ.) has written a terrific book for parents of teens (and preteens). Divided into five parts, it explores puberty, health, lifestyle issues (such as sleep and nutrition), sexuality issues, and substance abuse while offering a whole-body, top-to-bottom review of common ailments from headaches to toenail infections. The explanations are easily understandable, the line drawings are clear, and short case histories aptly illustrate points. Lopez writes with empathy and good humor and clearly has a thorough grounding in and affection for his specialty. While there are scores of "how-to" books for parents of newborns and toddlers, few titles for parents address health topics for their teenagers. This will be a fine addition to any general health or parenting collection. Recommended. Anne C. Tomlin, Auburn Memorial Hosp. Lib., NY
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
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Finally, on paper, the advice of the doctor who has gotten us (nearly) through adolescence! His no- nonsense approach to some tricky medical issues is outlined in the book, just as in his practice. He is, quite simply, the best at what he does - if you care for any adolescent, you will want this book.
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Finally, on paper, the advice of the doctor who has gotten us (nearly) through adolescence! His no- nonsense approach to some tricky medical issues is outlined in the book, just as in his practice. He is, quite simply, the best at what he does - if you care for any adolescent, you will want this book.
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United States, Common Ailments, New York, The Female Reproductive System, The Male Reproductive System, The Teen Obsession, Sports-Related Injuries, Teen Substance Abuse, Other Frequently Used Drugs, The Sleep-Deprived Teen, Whole Body Issues, Sleep Time, American Academy of Pediatrics, Does Your Teen Need, Toxic Shock Syndrome New!
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