Kidhaven Health Library

Can someone with asthma get better? Why do some people have allergies? How can someone help a friend with anxiety? These are just some of the many questions young people might have about health problems they or people they know are facing. The answers are waiting for them in this accessible look at common health conditions. Medical terminology is explained to readers using language they can understand and examples they can relate to. Detailed sidebars, graphic organizers, diagrams, and full-color photographs help readers understand these essential science and health topics. Features include: Age-appropriate tone informs readers about serious health problems, such as depression and autism, without talking down to them or scaring them. Detailed descriptions of causes, symptoms, and treatments make this a valuable resource for young people living with a health problem or who want to know more about what a friend or family member is going through. Suggestions for how to support someone living with a medical condition encourage readers to look beyond the stigma surrounding health problems and develop a deeper sense of empathy.