What are the most prevalent sports injuries for male teenagers?
How should a guy protect himself from injury or disease while
enjoying outdoor activities? Is it normal for a teenager to feel
depressed? Answers to these questions and others often asked by
adolescent boys can be found in this straightforward guide written
specifically for them. Goldstein, a physician who specializes in
care for adolescents, provides examples from his own practice to
explain the most common ailments of this age group, as well as to
provide boys with the choices they can make to help keep themselves
healthy.
Arranged topically, each chapter covers a different aspect of
mind and body. Readers will discover what physical changes they can
expect at their age, as well as the most common physical ailments.
They can also find out what psychological changes they may be
experiencing and why, along with ways to get help for serious
problems like drug and alcohol abuse or suicidal tendencies. The
many topics covered include: nutrition, sports, injuries,
sexuality, suicide, drug and alcohol abuse, and cross cultural
issues. Written with an emphasis on wellness, advice is given on
how to prevent injuries and disease, as well as how to care for
one's body through good habits like eating well and getting enough
sleep. Boys are encouraged to take care of themselves and to
develop open and honest relationships with their physicians to help
insure a happy and healthy adolescence.
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