Greenhaven publishing llc jul 2018 (9 risultati)

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Although human papillomavirus, or HPV, is the most common sexually transmitted disease, many people are unaware of the effects it can have. Its symptoms are generally mild compared to other diseases, and many times, no symptoms are present, leading to the mistaken belief that HPV is not serious. However, it can cause several types of cancer in both men and women, so knowledge of how to prevent and treat it is crucial. Through informative sidebars, annotated quotes from medical experts, and detailed graphs, readers learn the true risks of this disease and what precautions they can take to protect themselves.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Beloved comedian and daytime talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has received much recognition for her work, including numerous Emmy and People's Choice awards. Her groundbreaking choice to be open about her sexuality at a time when being gay was widely condemned and her LGBT+ advocacy work since then also earned her the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016. Through detailed main text enhanced by engaging sidebars, full-color photographs, and a thorough timeline, readers will be inspired by Ellen's impact, both on Hollywood and society as a whole.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In recent years, avoiding gluten has become a dieting fad, which has led to the spread of misinformation about celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. Many people are under the impression that these are not real issues, which leads to a lack of compassion and sometimes an unwillingness to make the necessary dietary accommodations for someone who has the disease. Enlightening charts, annotated quotes, full-color photographs, and in-depth sidebars give readers a thorough understanding of the effects of celiac disease and gluten sensitivity as well as how to support a loved one who is dealing with some degree of gluten sensitivity.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, has long been misunderstood, even by medical and psychological professionals. Formerly called shell-shock, it was considered a disorder that exclusively affected soldiers. Today, this myth persists, and many people are still unaware that any traumatic event can be the catalyst for PTSD. Understanding the facts about this disorder helps young adults learn the best way to interact with a loved one who has it or learn whether their own symptoms warrant seeking further help. Annotated quotes from medical experts, detailed graphs, and full-color photographs show readers this disorder from all sides.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Space missions were part of the mythology of the twentieth century. Today, space exploration has changed dramatically, including the exciting possibility of commercial space exploration. In this fascinating anthology, expert viewpoints explore the potential of space tourism, robot astronauts, and colonizing Mars. But is commercial space travel sustainable Should average citizens take such risks to their personal safety Is talk of commercial space exploration merely a gimmick, or is it the future Experts disagree, but readers will be able to reach their own conclusions after reading the diverse opinions on the subject.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In 2012, a seventeen-year-old African American boy named Trayvon Martin was murdered in cold blood by a neighborhood vigilante. When the murderer was acquitted, shockwaves ran through African American communities across the United States. The frustration over the perceived lack of value of African Americans in the United States spurred #BlackLivesMatter. The activist group mobilized as a rash of killings of unarmed African Americans by police seemed to plague the country. But many whites didn't understand their cause and responded with 'All Lives Matter.' The viewpoints in this resource ask important questions regarding race in the United States.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Is a free and open internet a hallmark of democracy Net neutrality advocates are fighting for government regulation and protection of this relatively new frontier. They believe that the internet is now a basic human need and argue that defined rules are essential to the protection of customers and to the encouragement of innovation. Detractors worry that too much government oversight discourages innovation and investment. The viewpoints in this informative anthology are written by experts with a variety of perspectives about a complex topic that encompasses many fields, including technology, business, and the Constitution.…