Insel, Paul M.
Core concepts in health / [compiled by] Paul M. Insel, Walton T. Roth ; Kristan Price, developmental editor. - 9th ed., 2004 update. - Boston : McGraw Hill, c2004. - xxxii,698 + various pagings : col. ill. ; 28 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents: Establishing a basis for wellness: Taking charge of your health -- Stress: the constant challenge -- Psychological health -- Understanding sexuality: Intimate relationships and communication -- Sex and your body -- Contraception -- Abortion --Pregnancy and childbirth -- Making responsible decisions: substance use and substance abuse: the use and abuse of psychoactive drugs -- The Responsible use of alcohol -- Toward a tobacco-free society -- Getting fit: Nutrition basics -- Exercise for health and fitness -- Weight management -- Protecting yourself from disease: Cardiovascular health -- Cancer -- Immunity and infection -- Sexually trasmitted diseases -- Accepting physical limits: Aging: a vital process -- Dying and death -- Making choices in health care: Health care: conventional and complementary medicine -- Self-care: skills for the health care consumer -- Improving your chances: Personal safety and environmental health: personal safety: protecting yourself from unintentional injuries and violence -- Environmental health -- Appendix A: Nutritional content of popular items from fast-food restaurant -- B: A self-care guide for common medical problems -- C: Resources for self-care -- Credits.
Systems requirements: Windows: Pentium (or equivalent) processor, 2X CD ROM, 24 MB RAM, 800x600 resolution, Internet browser, Macromedia Shockwave (included) ; Macintosh : Power PC processor or higher, Mac OS 7.5, 2X CD-ROM, 24 MB RAM, 800x600 resolution, Internet browser, Macromedia Shockwave (included).
0072559136 (softcover)
2003043046
Health.
RA776.C83
613
Core concepts in health / [compiled by] Paul M. Insel, Walton T. Roth ; Kristan Price, developmental editor. - 9th ed., 2004 update. - Boston : McGraw Hill, c2004. - xxxii,698 + various pagings : col. ill. ; 28 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents: Establishing a basis for wellness: Taking charge of your health -- Stress: the constant challenge -- Psychological health -- Understanding sexuality: Intimate relationships and communication -- Sex and your body -- Contraception -- Abortion --Pregnancy and childbirth -- Making responsible decisions: substance use and substance abuse: the use and abuse of psychoactive drugs -- The Responsible use of alcohol -- Toward a tobacco-free society -- Getting fit: Nutrition basics -- Exercise for health and fitness -- Weight management -- Protecting yourself from disease: Cardiovascular health -- Cancer -- Immunity and infection -- Sexually trasmitted diseases -- Accepting physical limits: Aging: a vital process -- Dying and death -- Making choices in health care: Health care: conventional and complementary medicine -- Self-care: skills for the health care consumer -- Improving your chances: Personal safety and environmental health: personal safety: protecting yourself from unintentional injuries and violence -- Environmental health -- Appendix A: Nutritional content of popular items from fast-food restaurant -- B: A self-care guide for common medical problems -- C: Resources for self-care -- Credits.
Systems requirements: Windows: Pentium (or equivalent) processor, 2X CD ROM, 24 MB RAM, 800x600 resolution, Internet browser, Macromedia Shockwave (included) ; Macintosh : Power PC processor or higher, Mac OS 7.5, 2X CD-ROM, 24 MB RAM, 800x600 resolution, Internet browser, Macromedia Shockwave (included).
0072559136 (softcover)
2003043046
Health.
RA776.C83
613