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Mental Disorders

by Courtney Farrell
112p. 978-1-60453-956-1.
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Gr 7-10 These books examine their diverse topics in some depth, and cover some seldom-discussed issues such as mental illness and suicide. The texts are well-written, providing examples that put a human face to each problem. Quotes and facts are clearly attributed, and their sources are noted in the extensive back matter. The books include well-chosen and well-sized color photographs, and the narratives are surrounded by generous amounts of white space. Sidebars provide further information, or, more compellingly, offer stories about those touched by the topic. These excellent editions combine facts and personal stories that will be of great assistance to students writing reports. Copyright 2010 Media Source Inc.
These books present overviews of the illnesses. In both cases, the matter-of-fact texts discuss the ignorance and misunderstanding that led to the ostracizing of sufferers; challenges in finding cures are also explored. HIV / AIDS deals extensively with the pandemic affecting Africa. Sidebars (which crowd the main text), photographs, and illustrations accompany the readable texts. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Essential Issues titles: Mental Disorders and HIV / AIDS.

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