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Perspectives on Physical Health
8 Reviews
(4)
YA
Perspectives on Physical Health series.
These volumes identify five conditions that can affect the lives of teenagers, discuss the psychological and physical symptoms of each, and provide information on recovery. The repetitive prose is accompanied by statistics and testimonials from teenagers. The accompanying color photographs look posed, and in Overeating show only fit and healthy-looking teens. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Amanda Sullivan
(4)
YA
Perspectives on Physical Health series.
These books resist preaching to get information across as they examine some of the reasons why teenagers drink, abuse drugs, and smoke; what the risks of these behaviors are; and how to get help. Testimonials from teens are inserted in the choppily written texts, and sidebars address myths, facts, and warning signs. Color photos and a list of related addresses and websites are included in each book. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Amanda Sullivan
(4)
YA
Perspectives on Physical Health series.
These volumes identify five conditions that can affect the lives of teenagers, discuss the psychological and physical symptoms of each, and provide information on recovery. The repetitive prose is accompanied by statistics and testimonials from teenagers. The accompanying color photographs look posed, and in Overeating show only fit and healthy-looking teens. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Amanda Sullivan
(4)
YA
Perspectives on Physical Health series.
These books resist preaching to get information across as they examine some of the reasons why teenagers drink, abuse drugs, and smoke; what the risks of these behaviors are; and how to get help. Testimonials from teens are inserted in the choppily written texts, and sidebars address myths, facts, and warning signs. Color photos and a list of related addresses and websites are included in each book. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Amanda Sullivan
(4)
YA
Perspectives on Physical Health series.
These books resist preaching to get information across as they examine some of the reasons why teenagers drink, abuse drugs, and smoke; what the risks of these behaviors are; and how to get help. Testimonials from teens are inserted in the choppily written texts, and sidebars address myths, facts, and warning signs. Color photos and a list of related addresses and websites are included in each book. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Amanda Sullivan
(4)
YA
Perspectives on Physical Health series.
These volumes identify five conditions that can affect the lives of teenagers, discuss the psychological and physical symptoms of each, and provide information on recovery. The repetitive prose is accompanied by statistics and testimonials from teenagers. The accompanying color photographs look posed, and in Overeating show only fit and healthy-looking teens. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Amanda Sullivan
(4)
YA
Perspectives on Physical Health series.
This book addresses the importance of good nutrition, the government's nutrition guidelines, the short- and long-term effects of unhealthy eating, and dieting and body image issues. Teen testimonials are inserted in the sometimes choppy text; sidebars separate myths and facts, as well as offer weight loss and fitness tips. Unremarkable color photos and a list of related addresses and websites are included. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Amanda Sullivan
(4)
YA
Perspectives on Physical Health series.
These books address, respectively, the benefits of physical fitness, the procedures and risks involved in body modification, the facts about and treatments for PMS, and information on coping with acne. Testimonials from teens are inserted in the choppily written but informative texts, and each chapter concludes with some "Points to Consider." Photos and a list of related addresses and websites are appended. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Amanda Sullivan
8 reviews
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