Connect Core Concepts in Health, BIG, Loose Leaf Edition / Edition 15

by Walton T. Roth MD, Paul M. Insel

Overview

Let’s focus on the science of Health! Connect Core Concepts in Health integrates innovative learning technologies and the latest scientifically driven information to create a complete instructional system for students and teachers. With up-to-date coverage in every chapter, Connect Core Concepts in Health encourages students to reflect on their choices as a foundation for a healthy life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781259978043
Publisher:	McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
Publication date:	02/10/2017
Edition description:	15th ed.
Pages:	704
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 10.60(h) x 0.90(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Walton T. Roth, M.D., is Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine, and Chief of the Psychiatric Consultation Service at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. He is author of over 150 research articles about how the body reacts to stress and psychological disorders. His clinical specialties are the treatment of anxiety disorders and psychiatric consultation in the general hospital.

Paul Insel, Ph.D. is Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine. He has been the principal investigator of numerous NIH studies involving health education, mental health, blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and nutrition. He has authored 14 books and more than 100 articles.

Table of Contents

Part One: Establishing a Basis for Wellness
1. Taking Charge of Your Health
2. Stress:The Constant Challenge
3.Psychological Health
Part Two:Understanding Sexuality
4. Intimate Relationships and Communication
5. Sex and Your Body
6.Contraception
7. Abortion
8. Pregnancy and Childbirth
Part Three:Substance Use Disorders: Making Responsible Decisions
9. Drug Use and Addiction
10. Alcohol:The Most Popular Drug
11. Tobacco Use
Part Four:Getting Fit
12.Nutrition Basics
13. Exercise for Health and Fitness
14. Weight Management
Part Five:Protecting Yourself From Disease
15.Cardiovascular Health
16. Cancer
17. Immunity and Infection
18. Sexually Transmitted Infections
Part Six:Living Well in the World
19.Environmental Health
20.Conventional and Complementary Medicine
21. Personal Safety
Part Seven:Accepting Physical Limits
22. Aging: A Vital Process
23. Dying and Death


Appendix A Nutrition Resources
Appendix B A Self-Care Guide for Common Medical Problems