Epstein has collaborated with freelance health writer Mardon to
produce an accessible and highly readable volume on sleep. The book
is divided into two parts: "Understanding the Need for Sleep" and
"Sleep Disorders and Their Treatments." Epstein thoroughly explains
the physical need for sleep, examines common sleep myths and facts
as well as sleep disorders, and provides concrete plans for getting
needed rest. The book includes a very detailed description of the
medications available for the array of sleep disorders he
describes. Case studies are sprinkled throughout, adding an
engaging demension to the text. A detailed list of references,
particularly of cited studies, would have been helpful; the list
included her features only websites. At a time when sleep
deprivation seems to prevalent in our society, this book is a
welcome addition to the literature. It belongs in all consumer
helath collections, especially in public libraries.
General
Imprint: |
McGraw-Hill/Contemporary
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Series: |
Harvard Medical School Guides |
Release date: |
November 2006 |
First published: |
2007 |
Authors: |
Lawrence Epstein
• Steven Mardon
|
Dimensions: |
229 x 155 x 20mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
288 |
Edition: |
Ed |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-07-146743-8 |
Categories: |
Books >
Health, Home & Family >
Family & health >
General
|
LSN: |
0-07-146743-2 |
Barcode: |
9780071467438 |
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