Diseases and Disorders (Spring 2019 Bundle)

Illness is frequently stigmatized, especially in Western society. When someone is sick, they may feel as though no one wants to hear about it, especially in the case of mental illnesses. However, this culture of silence contributes to persistent myths and misinformation about diseases such as anxiety, schizophrenia, HPV, and epilepsy. These volumes aim to dispel these myths with accurate statistics, informative sidebars, detailed photographs, and up-to-date charts and diagrams. This information gives readers the tools they need to better understand their own health and support people they know who are dealing with various diseases and disorders. Features include: Carefully selected topics focus on both frequently overlooked illnesses, such as Lyme disease, and high-profile but misunderstood diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease. Annotated quotes from medical experts and those affected by medical conditions give readers important facts as well as personal details about living with illnesses that people often struggle with in silence. Lists of organizations to contact for more information and support provide readers with additional resources to help themselves or someone they know who is sick.